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Travel Vaccinations for Guinea

Vaccines To Consider When Visiting Guinea

A consultation will be completed with one of our specialist travel health nurses to assess your individual travel plans and health background before making recommendations, which can then be administered during the same appointment.

Yellow Fever + Certificate
From £84
Hepatitis A - Adult
From £79
Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio
From £49
Typhoid vaccine
From £49
Cholera (oral)
From £44
Hepatitis B
From £59
Rabies IM
From £89

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Destination Information for Guinea

The wild landscape of the former French colony of Guinea is often overlooked by travellers who are potentially put off by the instability and health risks following the recent Ebola crisis. Those who want to explore an area of Africa unspoilt by tourism, however, will find natural beauty and stunning landscapes. The capital city, Conakry, is the easiest place to get to, offering lively nightlife, markets, bars and restaurants, and from here you can take a ferry to the small archipelago of Iles de Los, with sandy beaches and a calm, relaxed feel.

There’s very little infrastructure in Guinea, which is why most travellers don’t stray far from Conakry on the Western coast of Africa. For determined explorers, you can find basic places to stay, from which to visit incredible vistas, waterfalls and cliffs, with superb hiking opportunities. The coastline tends to be the most hospitable part of the country, with beautiful beaches, and more useable roads to aid your journey. As with the people in most of West Africa, the locals are friendly and welcoming, and will often invite visitors to eat at their home.

Infections and Outbreaks frequently change from country to country and by attending our clinics you will be given the most up to date clinical and safety advice from our team of specialists. Our advice to you often includes aspects such as:

Malaria and regions within country:

There is a high risk of P.Falciparum malaria throughout the entire country of Guinea and anti-malarial medication is advised.

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Non Vaccinated Diseases

Rift Valley fever

Rift Valley fever (RVF) is an acute, fever-causing viral disease that usually affects domesticated animals (such as cattle and sheep), but can also infect and cause illness in humans. The majority of human infections are caused by direct or indirect contact with the blood or organs of infected animals.

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is primarily spread to humans either by infected ticks or animal blood. Human-to-human transmission can also occur resulting from close contact with the blood, organs or other bodily fluids of an infected person.

West Nile virus

West Nile virus (WNV) is spread by mosquitoes in many countries. There are usually no symptoms, although some people develop mild flu-like symptoms, nausea and skin rash. The virus is not contagious and should get better without any treatment.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25
Natural Mosquito Repellent - 100ml
£7.75

African tick bite fever

Bacterial infection from bite from infected ticks. Most common between April-November and in rural, camping and hiking areas. Causes redness around site of bite and symptoms usually within 2 weeks, such as fever, muscle pain, headache and rash.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50

Chikungunya

Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes and it causes fever and severe joint pain. Other symptoms include muscle pain, headache, nausea, fatigue and rash. Joint pain is often debilitating and can vary in duration. The disease shares some clinical signs with Dengue, and can be misdiagnosed in areas where Dengue is common. There is no cure for the disease. Treatment is focused on relieving the symptoms.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems Bed Bug Barrier Bedsheet
£12.99
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25

Leishmaniasis

A parasitic disease transmitted by the bite of an infected sandfly. Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (the most common): Causes skin lesions, mainly ulcers on exposed parts of the body, causing scars and serious disability. 90% of cases are in the Americas, the Mediterranean basin, the Middle East and Asia. Visceral Leishmaniasis (the most dangerous): Causes enlarged spleen and liver, anaemia, weight loss and irregular bouts of fever. Highly endemic in the Indian Subcontinent and East Africa. Mucotaneous (the least common): Causes partial or total destruction of the mucous membranes in the nose, mouth and throat. Most cases are found in Peru, Bolivia and Brazil.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25

Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis, also called bilharzia, is an infection caused by a parasitic worm that lives in fresh water in subtropical and tropical regions. Avoid swimming in fresh water rivers, streams and lakes if you can. You often don't have any symptoms at first, but after a few weeks may develop a rash, high temperature, cough, diarrhoea and joint pain. Schistosomiasis can usually be treated successfully with a short course of a medication that kills the worms.

Trypanosomiasis

Human African trypanosomiasis, also known as sleeping sickness, is a parasitic disease transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected tsetse fly, which is only found in rural Africa. Initial symptoms include severe headache, insomnia, enlarged lymph nodes, anaemia and rash.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25
Natural Mosquito Repellent - 100ml
£7.75

Additional Health Risks Information for Guinea

If you’re planning a trip to Guinea, you should be aware that local elections are taking place during 2017, so there may be protests and demonstrations going on. These events should be peaceful, but there is always the potential for unrest and escalating violence, so stay away if possible.  There are regular reports of crime in the country, particularly targeting those travelling by road. Plan your route carefully if you’re driving, and stick to main roads avoiding rural areas when you can.

The weather conditions during the rainy season from May to October can also make travelling by road difficult, with flash flooding and landslips a possibility. Roads and cars are not well maintained, and the standard of driving is low. If you’re travelling by car, take plenty of food and fuel for your entire journey, and consider forming a convoy with other vehicles. Guinea Bissau is high risk for malaria and Yellow fever, it is advisable to visit a Travel clinic to get the necessary vaccines, medications and advice before you travel.

Healthcare in Guinea is basic. Facilities are poorly equipped and unable to deal with major illnesses. If you are seriously injured or unwell medical evacuation may be necessary, so ensure that your travel insurance will cover this if required. Take a good supply of any prescription medication you may need for your entire trip, along with a medical kit of basic supplies so that you can self-treat any minor ailments. You may be able to find a pharmacy in Conakry, but you should not rely on any form of treatment or facilities being available to you whilst in Guinea. Guinea was included in the countries affected by the outbreak of the Ebola virus. It has now been declared transmission free by the World Health Organisation.

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