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Emergencies in Caracas

Emergencies

Dial 171 for police, ambulance, fire, or any emergency in the metropolitan area.

Pharmacies in different neighborhoods take turns staying open all night; spot them by the sign turno, or consult local newspapers for lists of open farmacias (pharmacies).

A reputable private clinic with an English-speaking staff is the Clínica El Ávila in Altamira.

Hospitals

Clínica El Ávila (Av. San Juan Bosco at 6a Transversal, Altamira. 0212/276-1111).



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