Dealing With a Strep Throat in Makadi Bay

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Makadi Bay

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

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Hospitals in Makadi Bay

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 Makadi Bay

Thebes Hospital – ER-24/7 Hub (Hurghada Region)
Address: Thebes Hospital, South Magawish KM 17, Hurghada, Egypt
Access: Open 24/7. Ambulances and walk-in patients are received and triaged immediately. Provides medical, surgical, pediatric, and trauma emergency care, as well as express lab services and diagnostic imaging. The emergency team also operates a mobile “ER hub” that covers Makadi Bay directly. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Hurghada International Hospital – General Emergency Department
Address: Hurghada International Hospital, El Dahar, Hurghada, Egypt
Access: Major private hospital open 24/7. Walk-in patients and ambulance arrivals are accepted. Triage on arrival, with ICU, trauma care, and full diagnostics available. This is one of the nearest full hospitals for serious emergencies when staying in Makadi Bay. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Hotel / Resort Medical Clinics (on-site / Linked Clinics)
Address: Various resorts within Makadi Bay (e.g., The Grand Makadi, Makadi Palace etc.)
Access: Most resorts have on-call doctors and onsite clinics for minor emergencies. These clinics often liaise with ambulance services to transfer more serious cases to full hospitals. For severe emergencies, transport is by hospital-ambulance or private arrangements to Thebes Hospital, Hurghada International, or other nearby emergency departments. :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 Makadi Bay, Egypt

In Makadi Bay, pharmacies are called saydalia in Arabic (صيدلية) or simply “pharmacy.” They can be identified by green cross symbols or signs in both Arabic and English. Pharmacies are typically located within resort complexes or nearby shopping areas, catering to both tourists and staff, and many operate extended or 24-hour hours.

Antibiotic Policy in Makadi Bay

In Makadi Bay, antibiotics are officially restricted to prescription use, but in practice, many pharmacies sell them over the counter without requiring a doctor’s note.

Emergency Number in Makadi Bay, Egypt

In Makadi Bay, 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 (resort, 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.