Dealing With a Sore Throat in Lencois Maranhenses

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Lencois Maranhenses

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Hospitals in Lencois Maranhenses

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 Lençóis Maranhenses

Hospital São Lucas – Barreirinhas
Address: Av. Joaquim Soeiro Carvalho, 360 – Centro, Barreirinhas – MA, 65590-000, Brazil
Access: Open 24/7 with clinical and stabilization services. Accepts walk-ins and ambulance arrivals. It is the main private hospital in Barreirinhas serving the region.

Hospital Geral de Barreirinhas
Address: MA-225, 76 – Barreirinhas – MA, 65590-000, Brazil
Access: Provides 24-hour general emergency and inpatient care under the public health system. Patients may walk in or be referred via SAMU or ambulance.

Hospital Municipal de Santo Amaro do Maranhão
Address: Santo Amaro do Maranhão – MA, Brazil
Access: Municipal hospital offering basic emergency and inpatient services. Open during regular hours. More serious cases are typically referred to hospitals in Barreirinhas.

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 Lençóis Maranhenses, Brazil

In Lençóis Maranhenses, which spans multiple municipalities like Barreirinhas, Santo Amaro do Maranhão, and Primeira Cruz, pharmacies (“farmácias”) are scarce and mostly located in the primary towns servicing the national park. You’ll typically find them in Barreirinhas and Santo Amaro, identifiable by green crosses or signage reading “Farmácia.” These outlets offer basic medications, hygiene items, and first‑aid supplies for both residents and visitors.

Antibiotic Sales Policy in Lençóis Maranhenses

In Lençóis Maranhenses, as throughout Brazil, antibiotics are classified as controlled medications and cannot be sold without a prescription. In compliance with national regulations (Anvisa’s RDC 44 of October 2010), a valid white, red‑stripe prescription (two copies, legible, dated, and valid for 10 days) must be presented, and one copy is retained by the pharmacy to prevent misuse and antibiotic resistance.

Emergency Number for Lençóis Maranhenses

The emergency number for Lençóis Maranhenses 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 in the region. When calling, clearly describe the emergency, provide your exact location, and any other relevant details to help responders arrive quickly 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 offer professional advice and support better suited to your needs.