Senegal
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All alerts →On 21 March 2026, the National IHR Focal Point for Italy notified WHO of the identification of a human case of avian influenza A(H9) in an adult male. The patient had been in Senegal for more than six months and traveled to Italy in mid-March. Upon arrival, he visited the emerge…
WHO Disease Outbreak News · Apr 10, 2026
Vaccines
Disease-specific guidance
Malaria
HighHigh year-round risk in the southern and eastern half of the country (south of The Gambia and in Matam in the northeast). Seasonal risk (June–December) in the north and northwest, including the coast north of Delta du Saloum National Park. Chemoprophylaxis recommended for most itineraries; insect-bite protection essential everywhere.
- High risk
- South & east, year-round
- Seasonal
- North/NW: high Jun–Dec, moderate Jan–May
- Species
- P. falciparum (predominant)
Yellow fever
RequiredYellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old (no contraindication). Senegal is in the WHO endemic zone; vaccination certificate is widely accepted as required for entry from neighboring countries.
General prevention
Food & water
Use bottled or treated water and eat thoroughly cooked food. Resort areas (Saly, Cap Skirring) have safer food but precautions still apply elsewhere.
Mosquito protection
Aggressive mosquito-bite prevention is essential — malaria risk is high year-round country-wide. Meningococcal disease risk during the dry season (December–June).
Sources
Based on CDC Travelers’ Health, CDC Yellow Book, and the Swiss Federal Vaccination Schedule (BAG). Always verify current recommendations before travel.
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This brief is for informational purposes and does not replace personalized medical advice.
Consult a travel medicine specialist 4–8 weeks before departure.