If you are in immediate danger, call now

Medical Emergency?

In a life-threatening emergency, every second counts. Call emergency services or go directly to the nearest hospital emergency room.

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Emergency Contact Numbers

Universal Emergency Services

Mobile Emergency

Any mobile phone, all emergencies

National Ambulance and Fire

National emergency line

SAPS National

National police emergency

Private Ambulance

ER24

Most medical aids covered

Frontier Medix

George-based private

George Local Services

SAPS George Station

Local police station

Fire and Rescue George

Local fire and rescue

Hospitals

Mediclinic George (Switchboard)

Private hospital, all enquiries

Mediclinic George ED

Direct emergency department

George Hospital (Public)

State (provincial) hospital

Specialised Helplines

Poison Information Centre

National poison emergency, 24/7

GBV Command Centre

Gender-based violence, toll-free, 24/7

SADAG Suicide Crisis Line

Mental health crisis, 24/7

NeoHealth

NeoHealth Practice (Non-Emergency)

Mon to Fri 09:00 to 17:00, Saturday 09:00 to 13:00

Urgent

Go to the ER immediately

Call 10177 or go to George Hospital Emergency if you experience any of the following:

Chest pain or suspected heart attack (especially with sweating, shortness of breath, or pain radiating to arm or jaw)
Severe or uncontrolled bleeding
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Stroke symptoms (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty)
Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
Suspected poisoning
Serious injury, fractures, or head trauma

Non-urgent

Book a GP appointment

For the following, schedule an appointment with your GP at NeoHealth:

Fever, flu, or cold symptoms
Infections (ear, throat, urinary, skin)
Chronic condition management
Mental health concerns
Routine check-ups and screenings
Minor injuries and wounds
Prescription refills and referrals

Book Appointment

Important: This page is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. If you are unsure whether your situation is an emergency, err on the side of caution and call 10177 or go to the nearest emergency room. NeoHealth is a general practice and is not an emergency facility.