Ghana has year-round mosquito activity, with peak risk during the rainy seasons from March through July and September through November. The entire country is malaria-endemic, with the highest burden in the northern regions. Accra and Kumasi also carry significant risk despite urban vector control efforts.
Malaria (P. falciparum) is the primary concern and the leading cause of hospital visits. Yellow fever is endemic, and vaccination is recommended. Malaria (P. vivax) and lymphatic filariasis are also present.
Anopheles gambiae is the dominant malaria vector throughout the country. Aedes aegypti transmits yellow fever and other arboviruses. Insecticide-treated bed nets and antimalarial prophylaxis are strongly recommended.
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Disease presence data is sourced from WHO, CDC, ECDC, and OpenDengue. This is not medical advice — consult a travel health professional before your trip.