Medical assistance specialised in cargo ship crews, a new revolution

They say that sailing is one of those unforgettable experiences. That it’s highly recommended for those seeking to relax and to enjoy the sea; that ships crossing the ocean are the perfect way to disconnect during holidays on your own or with family and friends... However, what does it mean to work on a ship? What are its consequences? Can it be considered a "relaxing" experience?

With almost two hundred years of history behind us, Salama is well aware that not all that glitters is gold and that "relaxing" on boats is limited to leisure sea voyages. Working on a cargo ship is much more serious; it’s not stepping on land for weeks on end, it’s being away from your family and learning how to live in a changing environment like the sea, with its currents, tides and storms.

Although several areas comprise our brand, we at Salama believe that ensuring the good health of crews visiting the port of Ceuta (or its waters) is essential for the cargo ship to comply with its objective and do it with a crew in perfect health. How do we achieve this? Thanks to the medical assistance specialized in cargo ship crews offered by our port agency in Ceuta.

This service is given by a dozen top rated medical professionals specialized in the main pathologies suffered by crews who work day in and day out on large ships. What pathologies are these?

Fatigue and exhaustion

Time differences from one country to another, the typical swaying of a moving ship, long working hours and uninterrupted periods of time at high seas can cause the body to become clearly exhausted or fatigued. Salama knows these symptoms perfectly well and they can be treated on land (during a stopover) or on the ship itself.

 Injuries

Working on a cargo ship involves working in a place that’s exposed to the sea’s humidity, a slippery place that can become very dangerous in case of storms and rough weather. This means the crew is prone to falls and injuries that need to be treated right away to avoid major long-term problems. 

Other pathologies

A cargo ship’s crew may suffer other kinds of transient pathologies, ranging from the flu to possible stomach viruses, that need to be treated to avoid infection or complications. Having access to attention from medical professionals and initiating treatment with medication and vitamins is essential for the affected crew to work at full capacity. 

Our work, a guarantee

 Although it may seem that our job is simply to get a doctor on board to perform a medical examination of the crew presenting symptoms of viruses, injury, etc., the truth is that Salama goes further. How? With our 3 basic medical pillars:

1. Supporting the ill crew member with anything they might require: transportation to a hospital, consecutive interpretation to explain the symptoms to the doctor, monitoring…

2. Controlling the medication prescribed by the physician with direct delivery and explanation of the dosage.

3. Comprehensive assistance in case the physician suggests the crew member needs to be repatriated.