Major measles outbreak in Guinea

On February 8th, the Ministry of Health declared an outbreak of measles after more than 2,100 children were infected with measles since January. Seventeen health prefectures have been infected. The most affected prefecture is N’Zérékoré, in the southeastern forest region, with 675 cases reported between January 1 and March 8.

Advice

All travellers are reminded that outbreaks of the highly contagious measles virus can occur anywhere in the world at any time. Travellers who have not been immunized may be at high risk. Travellers can reduce their risk of exposure to the highly contagious measles virus by ensuring that their childhood vaccinations, including measles, are up-to-date prior to travelling.