Mumbai (Bombay) Practical information

Health & safety

While you're there

Medical services

Bombay Hospital (22067676; www.bombayhospotal.com; 12 New Marine Lines) Close to Fort and Colaba.

Breach Candy Hospital (23672888; www.breachcandyhospital.org; 60 Bhulabhai Desai Rd, Breach Candy) Best in Mumbai, if not India.

Royal Chemists (22004041-3; 89A Maharshi Karve Rd, Churchgate; 8:30am-8:30pm) A very reputable pharmacy.

Sahakari Bhandar Chemist (23648435; Colaba Causeway, Colaba; 8am-10pm Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm Sun) Well-stocked and convenient pharmacy.