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Guinea
Overall Risk: Low

Guinea has year-round mosquito activity in the forested southeast, with peak risk during the rainy season from May through November. The coastal zone around Conakry, the Fouta Djallon highlands, and the forested Guinea region all carry significant malaria burden.

Malaria (P. falciparum and P. vivax) is the primary concern throughout the country. Yellow fever is endemic. Lymphatic filariasis is present. Healthcare infrastructure is limited, particularly outside Conakry.

Anopheles gambiae and Anopheles funestus are the dominant malaria vectors. Aedes aegypti transmits yellow fever and other arboviruses. Antimalarial prophylaxis and insecticide-treated bed nets are essential.

Precautions

Use DEET (20%+) or Picaridin-based repellent on exposed skin
Wear light-colored, long-sleeve clothing at dawn and dusk
Sleep under a permethrin-treated mosquito net if no air conditioning
Eliminate standing water near your accommodation
Keep windows and doors closed or screened
Consider antimalarial prophylaxis if malaria is present — consult your doctor
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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.

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