expmrw
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- GR65(2008)Camino Frances(2011)both(2013
Hoping for Del Norte in 2018
I have seen previous questions about medical help in Spain. I have twice needed to seek medical help while walking a camino and can re-assure pilgrims that the help was there and was first class. First in Burgos, for an infection needing antibiotics, where there is an excellent medical centre. Go to the desk dedicated to foreigners and sign in. The system was quick and efficient though in my case the Dr spoke only Spanish - so be prepared with a dictionary. There is a pharmacy directly opposite where you can collect - and pay for - the prescription. The second time was, on another walk, in a country village. The Dr was on her visiting round but as soon as she came in the local who were waiting ushered me in first! Was it my cough or were they just being very hospitable? Again, excellent service and a local pharmacy had the drugs. I have heard other stories of the helpfulness of the service available.