Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine
Invitations for this vaccine will soon be sent as this vaccine will be 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.
If you are eligible for this vaccine you will be invited by text message to book a jab:
- 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
We will contact you about getting vaccinated. Please look out for the text message and ensure your mobile number is correctly registered with us (use NHS app or airmid or call reception to update details).