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Travel Vaccinations for Guinea-Bissau

Vaccines To Consider When Visiting Guinea-Bissau

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.

Hepatitis A - Adult
From £79
Yellow Fever + Certificate
From £84
Typhoid vaccine
From £49
Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio
From £49

Vaccines Advised To Some Guinea-Bissau Visitors

Cholera (oral)
From £44
Rabies IM
From £89
Hepatitis B
From £59
Meningitis ACWY + Certificate
From £64
There is a risk of Malaria in Guinea-Bissau. London Travel Clinic offers a range of antimalarials to keep you protected

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Destination Information for Guinea-Bissau

The former Portuguese colony of Guinea-Bissau is on the West coast of Africa bordered by Senegal and Guinea. This is a cheerful and laid-back country with a Latin feel to it, and is one of only a few African countries to celebrate carnival time. The streets of the capital, Bissau are filled with music and dancing each February, and if you’re visiting to experience true African culture and joie de vivre, this is the time to do so! Bissau is easy to navigate and offers plenty in the way of bars and restaurants for those wishing to sample local life.

Guinea-Bissau is the ideal destination from which to explore the Bijagós Archipelago, which is just off the coast. This is a UNESCO listed National Park, famous for its rare pygmy hippos, as well as sea life including sharks, manatees and turtles. Inland is the busy market town of Gabú, with nightclubs, bars and hotels, making for a convenient place to stop if you’re travelling to or from the coastal areas. Guinea-Bissau is warm all year round, although there is a rainy season between June and October, and the country typically experiences drought between December and April.

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 country and anti-malarial medication is recommended.

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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

Zika virus

Zika virus is usually transmitted by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. These mosquitoes are most active during the day, especially during mid-morning, then late afternoon and dusk through to evening. For most people it's a very mild infection with minor or no symptoms, but is more of a risk to pregnant woman as it could result in certain birth defects.

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-Bissau

Visits to Guinea Bissau are currently considered safe for foreigners, but bear in mind that the political situation in the country is unstable, and that the security status could change at any time. Parliamentary elections are due to take place in 2018. Although crime rates in Guinea Bissau are low, the country is extremely poor, so carrying large amounts of cash or obvious valuables such as cameras or jewellery could draw attention to you and make you a potential target.

Throughout Guinea Bissau there is a potential risk from landmines. De-mining is currently taking place, and the capital Bissau has been declared mine-free although you should stick to main roads if venturing anywhere outside of the capital.

Medical facilities in Guinea Bissau are limited, with those hospitals and clinics that do exist not always being operational. Cholera is a risk especially in the rainy season, drink only bottled water, and be cautious about food and drink preparation.

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.

It has also been identified as being at risk from the Zika virus outbreak, which is transmitted by mosquitos and has no vaccine, use 50% deet insect repellent for insect bite prevention. The virus can cause birth defects in unborn babies. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant you should not visit Guinea Bissau.

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