Sunstroke is a heat-related illness in which direct sun on the head and neck irritates the membranes around the brain — and one of the most common health problems during a summer holiday in Mallorca. As a private medical house-call service in southwest Mallorca (Paguera, Port d'Andratx, Calvià), Doc-Mallorca treats sunstroke and heat exhaustion directly in your hotel or finca — flat-rate prices from 350–450 €, with a personal callback from the doctor. The intense Mediterranean sun can quickly lead to overheating of the head, especially when the midday heat is underestimated. Heat-related dehydration on Mallorca often develops at the same time and can make symptoms worse.
Symptoms
First aid
- 1 Move into shade or a cool room immediately
- 2 Lie flat with the head slightly elevated
- 3 Place cool, damp cloths on head and neck
- 4 Drink plenty of water (slowly, in small sips)
- 5 Wear loose, lightweight clothing
- 6 Cool the body with damp cloths (not ice-cold!)
When to see a doctor
Call a doctor immediately if: impaired consciousness occurs, severe vomiting does not stop, body temperature rises above 40°C / 104°F, or symptoms do not improve after 30 minutes of rest. If unconscious: call 112!
Prevention
Always wear a hat in the sun, avoid the midday heat between 12 and 4 pm, and drink plenty of water (2–3 litres per day). If you need to recover at your hotel and require medical attention, a house call in Magaluf or the surrounding area can be arranged quickly.
When you should see a doctor
In case of confusion or impaired consciousness, seizures, very high fever (signs of heatstroke): call the European emergency number 112 immediately.
Bookable from 2 August 2026.
Come to a doctor: persistent headache, nausea/vomiting and weakness after strong sun that will not settle. I come directly to you at your hotel, finca or holiday apartment — across the whole southwest of Mallorca, weekends included.
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Frequently asked questions
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Sources & guidelines
- Robert Koch Institute — Heat-related health effects (Robert Koch-Institut)
- AWMF Guideline Register — Heat-associated illness (AWMF)
- NHS — Heat exhaustion and heatstroke (NHS)
Last reviewed on 8 July 2026 by Henrik Venus, licensed physician.