Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) maternal immunisation programme for infant protection: factsheet for healthcare practitioners

This factsheet for health professionals provides details of the immunisation programme for pregnant women which aims to protect their newborn babies against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

It covers topics including the symptoms and complications of RSV; eligibility; timing of vaccine administration; choice of vaccine; safety and effectiveness; storage and administration; precautions, side effects and contraindications; potential errors; and FAQs.