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Abstract
In any African setting, culture and tradition play a very significant role in the development of the country. Almost every aspect of life is governed by culture and tradition so that it is an uphill task bringing about behavioral change for the better. While not all cultural and traditional health practices are harmful, many play havoc with the lives of citizens. Government and other stakeholders must strive hard to bring about attitudinal changes that would benefit the general population who still believe that whatever was handed down to them by their ancestors is good enough for the present generation. This paper illustrates the impact of culture and tradition on health issues in Sierra Leone, a country which suffered 10 years of civil strife and now stands at the bottom of the global economic ladder. It also presents the role that libraries and information centers can play in disseminating vital health information to the people.