The area's main hospital, open 24 hours, in Preveza town. For an ambulance dial 166 (or 112).
About General Hospital of Preveza
The General Hospital of Preveza is the main hospital for Preveza and the surrounding area. It runs 24 hours a day and has an emergency department (ΤΕΠ). It is in the north of the town, about 1.5 km from the centre.
In an emergency, call 166 for an ambulance (EKAB, the National Centre for Emergency Care) or 112, the European emergency number, which also answers in English.
Good to know
- Ambulance: 166. All emergencies: 112, which has English-speaking operators.
- The switchboard number is for general enquiries. In an emergency, always call 166 or 112.
- Bring your passport and your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or travel insurance details.
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