What To Do If You Have a Sore Throat in Safaga

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Safaga

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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 Safaga needing treatment for sore throat can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Safaga

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 Safaga

Safaga General Hospital (with Deco International Unit)
Address: Safaga General Hospital, Safaga, Red Sea, Egypt
Access: Public hospital with a 24/7 emergency department. Ambulances (use the national emergency number) and walk-ins are accepted. The emergency unit works with Deco International for diving-related and hyperbaric emergencies. Patients are triaged on arrival, stabilized locally, and transferred if needed. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Safaga Deco International Emergency / Baromedical Facility
Address: Safaga Deco International at Safaga General Hospital, Safaga, Egypt
Access: Specialized facility for diving and decompression emergencies, integrated with Safaga General Hospital. Open 24/7 for hyperbaric treatment. It receives ambulance referrals and also accepts walk-ins for dive-related incidents. Initial triage is provided at Safaga General ER before directing patients to the Deco International unit. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Jasmine Hospital – Hurghada/Safaga Road Region Clinic
Address: Jasmine Hospital, Safaga-Hurghada Road, Ali Baba Palace Area, Safaga/Hurghada Region, Egypt
Access: Private hospital offering urgent and emergency care near Safaga; open 24/7. Walk-in patients and ambulances are accepted. Provides stabilization, diagnostics (labs, imaging), and when necessary transfers more complex cases to larger hospitals in Hurghada or other major centres. :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 Safaga, Egypt

In Safaga, pharmacies are called saydalia in Arabic (صيدلية) or simply “pharmacy.” They are typically identified by green cross symbols or signs written in both English and Arabic. Pharmacies are found along the main streets and near hotels, catering to both locals and visitors, with some open late or 24 hours a day.

Antibiotic Policy in Safaga

In Safaga, antibiotics are officially restricted to prescription use, but many pharmacies still sell them over the counter without requiring one.

Emergency Number in Safaga, Egypt

In Safaga, 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 (hotel, street, or nearby 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.