What is it?

RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a common winter virus, which almost all children have had by the time they are two years old. It is common for older children and adults to have the virus again.  

For most people, RSV causes a mild illness, such as a cough or cold. However, babies under one year of age and older adults are at risk of becoming very unwell. Sometimes, people who get ill from RSV infection need to go to hospital. RSV can be more dangerous for some people, especially those with certain health conditions. It may even cause death. 

Illness due to RSV has a big impact on the NHS during winter months. In the UK, around 33,500 children under the age of five end up in hospital because of the virus.

The number of people going to hospital because of RSV has increased in the last 20 years.

Who is eligible?

• For the first year of the programme, the vaccine will be offered to those aged 75 to 79 years 

More information

• Read more Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination information - Public Health Wales (NHS.wales)

How to Book:

• Call the surgery on 01267 236616 to book an appointment with the practice nurse