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There is a real difference between citizens in SP and citizens in the US. In SP, the only go to the clinics when they are really in need of medical attention. Here in the states, some ppl go for every little ache and pain. I speak from experience, a RN in the ED for 10 years. We see ppl who wake up and just don't feel right, before they have even taken a tylenol, they are in the ED. In SP, the go after they have exhausted every home remedy, and aren't improving. So, as a result, there is a very short wait time, unless there is something "going around" and the whole neighborhood has it. Not very likely.
My hubby had kidney stones the last time he was there, and was taken care of very well, just as good as in the states, but for about a fifth of the cost. And, even tho they didn't have the most modern equipment, he was still treated with drugs comparable to what we would have treated him with here at home.
I suggest you bring tylenol, an epi pen if you or your little ones have any allergies, and perhaps some benadryl, and a first aid kit. If you need anything further, the clinics are very good, with real doctors and nurses.
If something comes up that you need major medical attention, you can be flown to the mainland to a hospital, or to the states for that matter. Don't let "what ifs" keep you from enjoying the island.