What To Do If You Have Shingles in Porto De Galinhas

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Porto De Galinhas

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Hospitals in Porto De Galinhas

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 shingles 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 Porto de Galinhas

UPA 24h Porto de Galinhas – Enfermeiro João José de Lima
Address: Rua Merepe, Quadra 3A, Lote 101 – Porto de Galinhas, Ipojuca – PE, 55590-000, Brazil
Access: 24/7 emergency care including clinical, pediatric, orthopedic, and stabilization services. Patients may walk in or arrive by ambulance. Phone: (81) 3559-0934

Municipal Hospital of Ipojuca
Address: Av. Francisco Alves de Souza, Ipojuca Centro – Ipojuca – PE, 55590-000, Brazil
Access: Provides general emergency and inpatient care. Walk-ins are accepted, and emergency transport is coordinated through local services or SAMU.

Mobile Emergency Care Service (SAMU)
Number: 192
Access: 24/7 pre-hospital medical response with mobile ICU support. Call 192 for emergency rescue and transport to UPA or other local medical facilities as needed.

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 Porto de Galinhas, Brazil

In Porto de Galinhas, pharmacies are referred to as “farmácias” and are clearly marked with signage such as a green cross or the word “Farmácia.” Despite being a small coastal town, it offers a few well‑established pharmacies mainly located around Rua da Esperança and Avenida Para Praia. Notable outlets include Farmácia Bom Jesus, Farmácia Pague Menos, and Farmácia Viva Mais, all serving both tourists and locals with medications, hygiene products, cosmetics, and delivery services :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.

Antibiotic Sales Policy in Porto de Galinhas

In Porto de Galinhas, pharmacists are not permitted to sell antibiotics without a valid prescription. Nationwide Brazilian regulations distinguish antibiotics as “red‑stripe medicines” requiring a special controlled white prescription (com duas vias, válida por 10 dias), with one copy retained by the pharmacy at the point of sale :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. While travelers sometimes report “under‑the‑counter” purchases, the official policy mandates prescription use to combat antibiotic misuse.

Emergency Number for Ilha Grande

The emergency number for Ilha Grande is 192. This number connects you to the Serviço de Atendimento Móvel de Urgência (SAMU), which provides urgent pre-hospital care and emergency medical assistance on the island. When calling, clearly describe the emergency, give your exact location, and any other relevant details to help responders arrive promptly and efficiently.

Please remember, emergency numbers like 192 are intended for life-threatening situations only. For urgent but non-life-threatening health issues, telehealth services such as Doctorsa provide professional advice and support better suited to your needs.