Medical Guard Service (Guardia Medica)

Santa Caterina Valfurva offers a local 'Guardia Medica' or Medical Guard service, providing basic medical assistance and first aid for residents and tourists. This service is particularly important in a mountain resort, ensuring immediate care for minor injuries or illnesses, especially during peak seasons when sports-related incidents might occur. It acts as a primary care point before potential transfer to a hospital in Bormio. Available hours vary, often with on-call service during evenings and weekends. Free for Italian residents, charges apply for non-EU visitors (around 30-50€ for a consultation).