RSV Vaccination Posted or Updated on 23 Aug 2024

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine

Vaccine now available from September 1st 2024.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of coughs and colds. It usually gets better by itself, but it can be serious for some babies and older adults.

A vaccine to help protect against RSV will be available on the NHS from September 2024. You are eligible for this 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 are aged 75 to 79, your GP surgery will contact you about getting vaccinated. Please wait to be contacted.

From September, you can speak to your maternity service or GP surgery about getting your RSV vaccination if you’re 28 weeks pregnant or more.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus – more info

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The RSV vaccine is available from September 2024.

Offered to:

• Pregnant women (from week 28 of your pregnancy)
• People over 75 (plus those already aged 75-79 for the first year)

Speak to your midwife, GP practice or health team.