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Hospitals under Pressure: Why 70 Extra Beds Are Only a Stopgap

When to Choose a GP Instead of the Emergency Department in Mallorca

If symptoms are not severe, Mallorca residents are advised to use primary care before heading to hospital emergency rooms.

Published: April 22, 2026
Hospitals under Pressure: Why 70 Extra Beds Are Only a Stopgap

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Should I go to the emergency department in Mallorca if I have cough and fever?

For uncomplicated cough and fever, the usual advice is to contact your GP or the on-call primary care service first. Emergency departments in Mallorca are already under strain, so going there for non-urgent symptoms can add to the delays for patients who need immediate hospital care.

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