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Zika Virus in Guinea-Bissau

What is the current situation? Public health officials have reported that mosquitoes in Guinea-Bissau are infected with Zika virus and are spreading it to people. Because Zika virus is primarily spread by mosquitoes, CDC recommends that travelers to Guinea-Bissau protect themselves from mosquito bites . Sexual transmission of Zika virus is also possible, so you should use condoms or not have ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 10 March, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages

Ambassador Zumwalt Meets with Bissau Guinean Mandela Washington Fellows

“What an impressive group of engaged and active people! These three young leaders are can-do people determined to improve their society. That was my feeling earlier this week as I hosted William Na Lamba, Lizandra Mariza Gomes Cabral Dos Reis and Ilsa de Fatima Cá Sáto lunch at my house to welcome them to the ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 18 May, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Events

Ambassador James P. Zumwalt Presents Letter of Credence to H.E. José Mario Vaz, President of Guinea-Bissau

The Honorable James P. Zumwalt, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Senegal and Guinea-Bissau, presented his letter of credence to H.E. José Mário Vaz, President of Guinea-Bissau, at Guinea-Bissau’s Presidential Palace on Tuesday, March 10, 2015. Ambassador Zumwalt and President Vaz expressed the desire of both countries to increase bilateral ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 17 March, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Events

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