Managing a Sore Throat in Tangier

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Tangier

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as sore throat or related symptoms.

With Doctorsa you can connect with an English-speaking doctor via video call in just a few minutes, get medical advice and, if appropriate, receive an e-prescription that can be used at any pharmacy. No need to worry about office hours or holidays. Clear and upfront pricing: consultations start at €20, so tourists in Tangier needing treatment for sore throat can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Tangier

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 sore throat 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 Tangier

CHU Mohammed VI – Centre Hospitalier Universitaire
Address: CHU Mohammed VI, Gueznaya, Tangier, Morocco
Access: Open 24/7 with a modern, tertiary-level emergency department. Ambulances (call 15 or 112) enter via a dedicated trauma entrance; walk-in patients register and are triaged immediately. Specializes in adult and pediatric emergencies, trauma, resuscitation, intensive care, and has a helipad for air transfers. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

International Clinic of Tangier (Clinique Internationale de Tanger)
Address: International Clinic of Tangier, Tangier, Morocco
Access: Private clinic open 24/7 with a full emergency and resuscitation service. Accepts walk-in and ambulance arrivals; provides multidisciplinary emergency care including cardiovascular, neonatal, orthopedic, and resuscitation, plus diagnostics and intensive care. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Clinique Assalam
Address: Avenue d’Espagne, Tangier, Morocco
Access: A private clinic open 24/7 offering emergency services including general surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics, and traumatology. Walk-ins and ambulance arrivals are accepted, and urgent care and stabilization are provided on-site. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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 Tangier, Morocco

In Tangier, pharmacies are called pharmacie in French or صيدلية (saydaliya) in Arabic. They are typically marked with a green cross, often illuminated, and the word “pharmacie” on the storefront. These pharmacies are commonly found in commercial areas, near hospitals, and along major streets, with some catering to tourists by offering multilingual assistance.

Antibiotic Policy in Tangier

In Tangier, antibiotics are officially available only with a doctor’s prescription, although in practice, some pharmacists may dispense them without one.

Emergency Number in Tangier, Morocco

In Tangier, you can contact emergency services by dialing 19 for police (or 112 from mobile phones), 15 for the fire brigade/civil protection, and 150 for ambulance and medical emergencies. These numbers are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone.

Most operators speak Arabic and French, with limited English assistance. When calling, be ready to provide your exact location and a brief but clear description of the situation.

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