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Disease outbreak alerts for Senegal
3 outbreaks reported for Senegal
Last checked against TravelHealthPro on 2026-07-05.
Influenza A(H9N2)
Reported 13 April 2026Spread by animal bites or scratches
On 10 April 2026, the World Health Organization reported the first imported human case of avian influenza A(H9N2) in Italy. The case was in an adult returning from Senegal. This is also the first imported human case of avian influenza A(H9N2) reported in the European Region.
No vaccine — how to stay safe
Avoid live bird/poultry markets, farms and sick or dead birds; the seasonal flu jab does not protect against bird flu.
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever
Reported 23 February 2026Reduce your risk while travelling
As of 18 February 2065, one confirmed case of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) has been reported in Tambacounda region.
No vaccine — how to stay safe
Follow good food, water and insect-bite precautions, and speak to our travel health team about protecting yourself.
Rift Valley fever
Reported 01 December 2025Reduce your risk while travelling
As of 30 November 2025, Senegal's Ministry of Health reported 529 confirmed human cases of Rift Valley Fever (RVF), including 31 deaths. The majority of cases have been reported in Saint-Louis Region. Cases have also been reported in Louga, Matam, Fatick, Dakar, Kaolack, Thies, Tambacounda, Kedougou, Kaffrine, and Kolda regions. Please see UKHSA guidance on Rift Valley fever for further details.
No vaccine — how to stay safe
Follow good food, water and insect-bite precautions, and speak to our travel health team about protecting yourself.
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