Vaccine for Respiratory Syncytial Virus.
Australia is rolling out a free RSV vaccination program under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for adults aged 75 and older, and Indigenous Australians aged 60 and older.
The RSV vaccine will be available from 15 May 2026, at no cost to eligible age groups, at GPs and pharmacies.
RSV Vaccine Side Effects:
RSV vaccines may have common mild side effects like soreness at injection site, or headaches.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a common, contagious, virus that can cause severe pneumonia, hospitalisation, or death, particularly in older adults.