For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix. Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water. Swimming pools which are well-chlorinated and maintained are safe.
Meningococcal meningitis is a risk, depending on the area visited and time of year.
Hepatitis B is hyperendemic, and hepatitis A and E are widespread. The British Embassy in Abidjan advises that at present there are no hospital facilities in Liberia and anyone requiring treatment will need to be evacuated to Abidjan, C te d'Ivoire.