RSV Vaccination from September 2024

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A vaccine to help protect against RSV will be available on the NHS from 1 September 2024.   This is not the same vaccine as the annual influenza (flu) vaccine.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly infectious and common cause of coughs and colds.  It usually gets better by itself, but it can be serious for some babies and older adults, leading to complications such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia.   

You will be able to get the vaccine if:

  • you’re aged 75 to 79
  • you’re 28 weeks pregnant or more – this will help protect your baby for the first few months after they’re born

If you’re aged 75 to 79, we will soon be sending invitations to our eligible patients to book an RSV vaccination.  We will be offering both weekday morning and Saturday clinics.  Please wait to be contacted.

If you’re 28 weeks pregnant or more, from September, you can speak to your maternity service about getting your RSV vaccination.  

More information can be found here.