Solutions for a Tick Bite in Tokaj

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Tokaj

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

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Hospitals in Tokaj

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 tick bite 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 Tokaj

Pécs University Clinical Center – Emergency Department
Address: Szigeti út 12, 7624 Pécs, Hungary
Access: Open 24/7. Ambulance arrivals (via 112 or local EMS) enter through the trauma entrance; walk-in patients register at reception and are triaged immediately. Offers full emergency services including internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, trauma care, ICU and specialist units. No referral required.

Petz Aladár County Teaching Hospital – Emergency Department (Győr)
Address: Vasvári Pál utca 1–3, 9026 Győr, Hungary
Access: Major regional public hospital open 24/7 for emergencies. Ambulance arrivals and walk-ins are triaged on arrival using the Hungarian national triage system. Offers general, surgical, pediatric, trauma and ICU care. Transfers arranged from Tokaj via ambulance if needed. No referral required.

Tokaj Health Centre (Puskesmas equivalent) – Urgent Stabilization
Address: Tokaj Health Centre, Tokaj, Hungary
Access: This local clinic offers basic urgent care and stabilization. Open during working hours with walk-in service. In case of serious emergencies, call 112 to dispatch ambulance services. Patients are stabilized and transported to full-service hospital EDs such as Pécs or Győr depending on condition.

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 Tokaj, Hungary

In Tokaj, pharmacies are called patikák or gyógyszertár. They are typically marked with a green cross and are located near the town centre, medical clinics, and shops. Despite the town’s small size, some pharmacies may offer basic English-speaking service, especially during wine festival seasons.

Antibiotic Policy in Tokaj

In Tokaj, antibiotics legally require a valid prescription from a licensed doctor. Pharmacists are not permitted to dispense antibiotics over the counter without a prescription.

Emergency Number in Tokaj, Hungary

In Tokaj, the main emergency number is 112. This EU-wide number connects you to police, ambulance, and fire services, and should be used in all life-threatening situations.

Calls to 112 are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone, including mobile phones without a SIM card. In smaller towns like Tokaj, operators typically speak Hungarian, with limited English support, though assistance is generally available in urgent cases.

Please remember: 112 is for life-threatening emergencies only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical concerns, telehealth services like Doctorsa provide fast access to licensed English-speaking doctors.