Managing a Strep Throat in Casablanca

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Casablanca

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as strep 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 Casablanca needing treatment for strep throat can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Casablanca

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 strep 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 Casablanca

CHU Ibn Rochd – Emergency Department
Address: 8 Rue Hassan El Aarjo, Casablanca, Morocco
Access: Operates 24/7. There are two main entrances—one on Boulevard de Sebta for ambulances, and another on Boulevard Tarik Ibn Ziad for walk-in patients. At admission, a medical team performs initial triage, directing serious cases to resuscitation units (23 ICU beds, imaging, and four operating theaters) according to urgency codes (red, orange, yellow). No referral required. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Hôpital Mohammed V – Emergency Services
Address: Casablanca, Morocco (Hôpital Mohammed V)
Access: A public hospital offering 24/7 emergency care, including general medicine, surgery, and critical response. Ambulance arrivals and walk-in patients are triaged on-site. No referral needed. Listed among key Casablanca hospitals. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Hôpital Cheikh Khalifa – University Hospital Emergency Care
Address: Cheikh Khalifa Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco
Access: University-affiliated hospital operating 24/7 with an emergency department. Accepts ambulances and walk-ins, triages patients immediately. Part of the CHU network and key for teaching and specialist care. No referral required. :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 Casablanca, Morocco

In Casablanca, pharmacies are called pharmacie in French or صيدلية (saydaliya) in Arabic. They are typically identified by a green cross, which may be illuminated, and signage displaying the word “pharmacie.” They are commonly found along busy streets, near hospitals, and in commercial areas, with some offering services in multiple languages.

Antibiotic Policy in Casablanca

In Casablanca, antibiotics are officially regulated and require a prescription from a licensed doctor, although in practice, some pharmacists may dispense them without a prescription.

Emergency Number in Casablanca, Morocco

In Casablanca, 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 operate 24/7 from any phone.

Most operators speak Arabic and French, with limited English available in some cases. Be ready to give your exact location and a clear description of the emergency when you call.

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.