The CDC Health Information for Guinea has the latest information on vaccinations and other health considerations.

An international vaccination record (World Health Organization card), with a current yellow fever vaccination, is required to enter Guinea.

Yellow fever vaccine availability in the United States is currently limited. Travelers may need to schedule appointments well in advance and visit a clinic some distance away. Find the nearest clinic that has vaccine. Proof of vaccination in needed for a Guinean visa.

Other recommendations:

Malaria is prevalent throughout the Guinea. Antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended for all travelers even for short stays. A doctor can council you on best options (Larium/mephloquine, malarone, or doxycycline).

Many travelers take immune supplements (vitamin C, “airborne” or vitamin C drink mixes) in order to boost their immune system while in Guinea.

It is also good to get checked out upon your return for any bugs you might have picked up.