The Public Health Service on the Canary Islands is one of the best in Spain regarding medical and health care. Their quality and price levels are comparable to European standards. It has an extensive hospital and health care network, both public and private, as well as emergency services (ambulances, fire brigade and police) that guarantees medical care and emergency services not only to the residents of the archipelago but also to millions of tourists that visit the island throughout the year.

Useful telephone numbers

• Emergencies: 112
• Medical appointment: 012
• Red Cross : 902 222 292

Links

• Civil Defence
• Federation of Canary Islands Pharmacists
• Coordinating Centre for Security and Emergencies
• Public Health Service of the Canary Islands