Information from: NHS England
RSV Vaccine - All you need to know
This year a new vaccine will give vulnerable people protection against a common winter virus that can cause serious complications, for the first time. In addition to the winter vaccines, we are used to having each year – flu and COVID-19 – people now have a defence against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
Winter brings an increased risk of RSV, flu, and COVID-19 – viruses that can be very serious for certain groups.
RSV is a common cause of coughs and colds. For most people, symptoms are mild but for young babies and older people, RSV can lead to severe infections such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis.
The new vaccine is being offered to people aged 75 to 79 and to pregnant women so that their babies are protected. Young children with a high risk of serious RSV infection may also be offered a vaccine.
People who are eligible for a vaccine will be invited by their GP.