Expansion of the NHS RSV Vaccination Programme

From 1 April 2026, the eligibility for the RSV vaccine is changing to include more people in our community. RSV is a common cause of coughs and wheezing, but it can lead to serious lung infections in older adults.

Who is eligible?

The vaccine is now available to:

• New: Everyone aged 80 years and over.
• New: All residents in care homes for older adults.
• Existing: Adults aged 75–79.
• Existing: Pregnant women.

What do I need to do?

Please do not contact the surgery at this time. We are currently identifying all eligible patients and will contact you directly to book your appointment once the rollout begins in April.

Double up on protection: From 13 April 2026, if you are eligible for both the RSV and the Spring COVID-19 vaccines, you can conveniently receive both at the same time.

Find out more on the NHS website here>>