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Ebola in Guinea
Outbreaks of Ebola virus disease (EVD) recorded in Guinea and captured by the World Health Organization's Disease Outbreak News archive (2014 – 2024). No currently active outbreaks involve this country.
Country context
Guinea has been under WHO surveillance for Ebola virus disease since 2014, with a total of 4 recorded outbreaks. The country experienced outbreaks in 2014, 2021, and 2024, with the most recent one in 2024. The cumulative number of confirmed cases is 1070, probable cases is 276, and deaths is 828. The country's geographic location and health system context may contribute to the pattern of outbreaks.
Guinea currently does not have an active Ebola outbreak. However, the country's health authorities typically monitor for signs of the disease, particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare may be limited. Readers can follow updates on the situation from the World Health Organization (WHO) and other reliable sources.
Historical
Past ebola outbreakss involving Guinea, grouped by year of first report.
2024
- 0confirmed 0deaths
2021
- 49confirmed 29deaths
2014
- 0confirmed 1,323deaths
- 0confirmed 0deaths
Context on the disease itself: complete guide to Ebola virus disease. For all ebola outbreaks worldwide, see the full outbreaks archive.
