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Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Posted or Updated on 29 Aug 2024
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
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.
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. Older people need just one dose for protection that will last multiple years
You will be able to get the vaccine if:
From 1 September, all adults turning 75 will be invited to get their RSV vaccine by their GP practice, and they will remain eligible until the day before their 80th birthday.
Patients who turn 80 between 1 September 2024 and August 2025 have until 31 August 2025 to get vaccinated.
Please follow this link to find out more about the RSV Vaccine.
We are running an RSV vaccination clinic on the 14th September. If you’re aged 75 to 79, we have started sending invitations to our eligible patients to book an RSV vaccination. Please wait to be contacted. We will be running regular clinics throughout the year. Patients who turn 80 between 1 September 2024 and August 2025 have until 31 August 2025 to get vaccinated.
You should not have the RSV vaccination at the same time as your flu or covid vaccination. You will receive a separate invitation to book an appointment on our flu days.