What To Do If You Have a Yeast Infection in Dahab

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Dahab

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Hospitals in Dahab

For serious, potentially life-threatening issues that require immediate, specialized treatment, like breathing difficulties, severe bleeding, or head injuries. Non-urgent visits use up resources needed for emergency patients. ERs are for serious, life-threatening issues. Going there for something like yeast infection adds to doctors’ workload and may take time away from those in critical need.

Important: The information provided here about hospitals is for general reference only. We recommend verifying current details, such as contact information, services, and hours of operation, before visiting. Please reach out directly to the hospital or consult their official website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms in Dahab

Dahab Medical Care Hospital
Address: 1 El Mashraba Street, Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt
Access: 24/7 emergency unit accepting both walk-in and ambulance cases. Call 20 12 2348 6209 for emergency ambulance service. They handle trauma, accidents, and urgent medical conditions with qualified doctors on duty. {cite}turn0search0{/cite}

Dahab Hyperbaric Medical Centre (Next to Dahabeya Hotel)
Address: Next to Dahabeya Hotel, Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt
Access: Specialised facility that handles baromedical (diving-related) emergencies and has 24-hour emergency service. Walk-in divers and medical evacuations are accepted; immediate on-site treatment available. {cite}turn0search9{/cite}

Dahab General Hospital (Planned under the Universal Health Insurance System rollout)
Address: Dahab General Hospital, Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt
Access: Under construction as of 2025/26. Will include a 58-bed hospital with emergency surgery, labs, diagnostics, neonatal ICU, outpatient clinics, and full ER services for both locals and tourists. Once open, will operate 24/7. {cite}turn0search2{/cite}

Walk-in clinics

Best for minor conditions needing same-day, in-person specialist attention—like X-rays for sprains or cuts that may need stitches, injections, advanced diagnostics, or other invasive procedures.

Pharmacies in Dahab, Egypt

In Dahab, pharmacies are called saydalia in Arabic (صيدلية) or simply “pharmacy.” They are easily recognized by a green cross or signage displaying the word “pharmacy” in both English and Arabic. Most are located near the beach area, main roads, and tourist zones, with many staying open late or operating 24 hours.

Antibiotic Policy in Dahab

In Dahab, antibiotics are officially available only with a doctor’s prescription, though in practice, many pharmacies may sell them over the counter without one.

Emergency Number in Dahab, Egypt

In Dahab, the primary emergency numbers are 122 for police, 123 for ambulance/medical emergencies, and 180 for the fire brigade/civil defence. These numbers are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone.

When calling, stay calm, provide your exact location (street, hotel, or landmark), and clearly describe the nature of the emergency so that the appropriate service can respond promptly.

Please remember: Emergency numbers are for life-threatening situations only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical concerns, telehealth services like Doctorsa are better suited and can connect you with a licensed English-speaking doctor quickly and affordably.