Senegal

Ensure all routine vaccinations are up to date before travel.

Antimalarial medication is recommended for most travellers to this destination and should be taken as recommended.

Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease that is caused by parasites spread through the bites of mosquitoes.

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional.

In this destination, rabies is commonly carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal.

Recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Hepatitis A is a risk in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers.

Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.

Ensure that you and your family are up to date on routine vaccinations, including for measles.

Measles is a serious viral infection that spreads easily. It spreads through the air, and can stay in the air for up to 2 hours. You can also get measles by direct contact with an infected person or by touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your eyes, nose, or mouth before washing your hands.

Travellers who are at higher risk should discuss vaccination with a health care provider.

This destination is in the African Meningitis Belt, an area which has the highest rates of meningococcal disease in the world. Meningococcal disease is a serious and sometimes fatal infection.

Dengue fever is present in Senegal. Travelers should take measures to prevent mosquito bites, such as using insect repellent and sleeping under mosquito nets.

No specific vaccine is available for dengue fever.

Zika virus is present in Senegal. Travelers should take measures to prevent mosquito bites, such as using insect repellent and sleeping under mosquito nets.

No specific vaccine is available for Zika virus.

Rift Valley fever is present in Senegal. Travelers should avoid contact with animals and consume only pasteurized dairy products.

No specific vaccine is available for Rift Valley fever.

Ensure vaccination is up to date before travel.

Measles outbreaks have occurred in various countries; ensure immunity.

Recommended for travelers during the dry season (December to June) due to increased risk of meningococcal disease.

Meningococcal disease is more common during the dry season in the Sahel region.

Ensure routine vaccines are up to date before traveling.

Use insect repellent and bed nets to prevent mosquito-borne diseases.

Avoiding unclean food and water sources helps prevent illnesses.

Consider for travelers who may eat or drink outside reputable establishments.

Recommended for all travelers to prevent food and waterborne illnesses.

Be cautious of food and water consumed to prevent diarrhea illnesses.

Recommended if attending communal events like a pilgrimage or large gatherings.