RSV Vaccine

Service Description

RSV is often compared to Covid-19 because it is a highly contagious viral infection that can spread easily. When an infected person speaks, coughs or sneezes, their infectious droplets can be breathed in by others. RSV commonly affects infants and children; however, it can also cause severe illness in older adults. Vaccination is a safe and effective way to help protect yourself from serious disease caused by RSV infection. The RSV vaccine is currently available as a single vaccination to people aged 60 years and older, and pregnant women at 28-36 weeks gestation. RSV vaccination is recommended for: - Pregnant women (at any age) at 28-36 weeks gestation - All adults aged 75 years and older - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60 – 74 years - Adults aged 60 to 74 years with medical conditions that increase their risk of severe disease due to RSV, such as: (cardiac disease, chronic respiratory conditions, immunocompromising conditions, chronic metabolic disorders, chronic kidney disease (stage 4 or 5) & chronic neurological conditions). The Australian Government’s National Immunisation Program (NIP) will provide one free RSV vaccine to pregnant women (at any age) at 28-36 weeks gestation.