Protect Yourself from RSV – Book Your Vaccine Today!
The NHS is urging more than 1.3 million people to get a potentially life-saving RSV vaccine.
RSV is a common respiratory illness, but for some people, it can be extremely serious and even life-threatening.
Are you eligible?
You can get the RSV vaccine if you are:
✔️ Aged 75 to 79
✔️ Pregnant (from 28 weeks)
✔️ Have a weakened immune system
Book your vaccine now. Protect yourself and your loved ones.
What Is RSV?
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) affects the lungs and airways. For most people, it causes mild, cold-like symptoms. But in some, it can lead to serious illnesses like pneumonia and bronchiolitis.
Like flu and COVID-19, RSV spreads more in colder months. But it isn’t just a winter virus.
Getting vaccinated reduces your risk and helps protect others.
Who Is Most at Risk?
RSV can be dangerous for:
🧑🦳 Older adults – especially those over 75
👶 Newborns – pregnant women who get vaccinated pass protection to their baby
❤️ People with long-term health conditions – such as heart or lung disease or a weak immune system
Why Get Vaccinated?
The RSV vaccine helps to:
✅ Prevent serious illness – lowers the risk of lung infections
✅ Reduce hospital stays – helps you stay well and out of hospital
✅ Protect your baby – vaccination in pregnancy passes on immunity
Is the Vaccine Safe?
Yes. The RSV vaccine has been carefully tested and is both safe and effective.
Mild side effects, like a sore arm or slight fever, are possible but short-lived. The benefits of vaccination far outweigh any risks.
You can read more about the RSV vaccine, its ingredients and possible side effects on the NHS website.
How to Get Your Vaccine
📅 Aged 75 to 79? Contact your GP pratice to book.
🤰 Pregnant (28+ weeks)? Speak to your maternity team, or visit the RVI’s drop-in clinic.
Don’t wait—book your RSV vaccine today and protect yourself and those around you.