Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV): vaccination for older adults
Information on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and the benefits of vaccination for adults and resources to promote the vaccination to older adults.
Applies to England
Documents
Details
Guide to the RSV vaccine for older adults
This guide explains:
- what respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is and how you get it
- how the vaccine works to protect older adults from RSV
- when and how to get the vaccine
The RSV vaccination leaflet and poster are suitable for all RSV vaccination settings including GP practices.
Printed copies of this leaflet can be ordered free of charge from Find Public Health Resource using product code 13874457EN001.
A range of translations are also available to download and order.
RSV vaccination for older adults poster
A poster for the RSV for older adults programme is available to order using product code RSVOAEN.
RSV invitation templates
Letter and SMS invitation templates for use in local call and recall for eligible older adults by GP surgeries.
Updates to this page
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The product codes for these resources have been updated to link to the new Find Public Health Resources website.
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Added revised version of the leaflet for adults.
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Added links to translated versions of the RSV guide for older adults.
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Leaflet has been updated to include details of the rare side effect Guillain-Barré syndrome.
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Added NHS England older adult letter and SMS invitation templates. These are intended for local use to support call and recall of eligible patients by GP surgeries.
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Added links to translated and accessible versions of these materials
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Updated to include PDF of poster.
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First published.