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Safety & Health…

Generally, Playa del Carmen is a very safe city. The tourist areas are well patrolled by police and the locals are friendly and helpful.

If you would need to consult a doctor there are good hospitals and smaller clinics covering practicing both general medicine and all kinds of specialized medical faculties.  Doctors in Playa del Carmen speak well English apart from Spanish.

For divers it might be good to know that there are two hyperbaric chambers in Playa del Carmen.

For Medical emergencies dial 065 from any public phone. This number will connect you to the police that will send Emergency Medical services.

The Red Cross emergency service phone number is 984 873 1233. They will send a free ambulance. You can also seek medical attention at the Red Cross on Avenida Juarez and the corner of Avenue 25.  For major injuries the Centro de Salud on Avenida Juarez and the corner of Avenue 15 is open 24 hours.

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