Travel Guide Guinea - Country Information

Coordinates: 49 28 N, 2 35 W
Population: 65,409 (July 2006 est.)
Religions: Anglican, Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, Baptist, Congregational, Methodist
Languages: English, French, Norman-French dialect spoken in country districts
Climate: temperate with mild winters and cool summers; about 50% of days are overcast
Elevation: lowest point: Atlantic Ocean 0 m / highest point: unnamed location on Sark 114 m
Hazards: NA
Background Guinea: The island of Guernsey and the other Channel Islands represent the last remnants of the medieval Dukedom of Normandy, which held sway in both France and England. The islands were the only British soil occupied by German troops in World War II. Guernsey is a British crown dependency, but is not part of the UK.

Summary of recommendations:All travelers should visit either their personal physician or a travel health clinic 4-8 weeks before departure. Be sure to read the Health Tips for Guinea on the website of the U.S. Embassy to Guinea.
Malaria: Prophylaxis with Lariam, Malarone, or doxycycline is recommended for all areas.
Vaccinations:
Hepatitis A	Recommended for all travelers
Typhoid	Recommended for all travelers
Yellow fever	Recommended for all travelers. Required for travelers arriving from a yellow-fever-infected area in Africa or the Americas.
Meningococcus	Recommended during the dry season (November through June)
Polio	One-time booster recommended for any adult traveler who completed the childhood series but never had polio vaccine as an adult
Hepatitis B	For travelers who may have intimate contact with local residents, especially if visiting for more than 6 months
Rabies	For travelers who may have direct contact with animals and may not have access to medical care
Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)	Two doses recommended for all travelers born after 1956, if not previously given
Tetanus-diphtheria	Revaccination recommended every 10 years