More information about the health care system can be found at the follwing guide:
Another option for seeking medical advice without having to visit a hospital or a clinic, is by calling 1177 where you can get advice from licensed nurses.
In case of emergency
Important! Should an emergency occur and your life might be at risk you should always call the national emergency number first.
- National emercency number is 112
Please save this number to your phone. This service is available free of charge from mobile phones and landline.
Emergency contact numbers at the Swedish Red Cross University
International coordination team, during office hours 9am to 4 pm:
- Ann-Sofie Hylvander, international coordinator, +46 8 587 516 14
- Jenny Cadstedt, international strategist, +46 8 587 516 72
Director of Administration, before and after office hours:
- Louise Beskow +46 72 519 36 40
Please note that this is an emergency number and should not be used for cases that are not emergencies. For non-urgent cases, please contact the International coordination team during office hours.