You can get a free RSV vaccination on the NHS if:
- you're 28 weeks pregnant or more – this will help protect your baby for the first few months after they're born
- you're aged 75 or over
- you live in a care home for older adults
There are different ways to get the vaccine. These can vary depending on your age and where you live. You can:
- book an appointment with a GP
- visit a pharmacy
- book a pharmacy appointment online
Get vaccinated at your GP surgery
If you're registered with a GP, you can get vaccinated at your GP surgery.
You can either:
- contact your GP surgery to book an appointment
- book an appointment online (selected GP surgeries are offering online booking)
Your surgery may send you a letter, text or email inviting you to get a vaccination, but you do not need to wait to be invited if you're eligible.
Get vaccinated at a pharmacy (only available in some areas)
If you're pregnant or aged 75 or over, you can also get a free RSV vaccination at some pharmacies in these areas of England.
Book an appointment online
You can book an appointment online at selected GP surgeries and pharmacies that offer the RSV vaccination. You need to be registered with a GP to do this.
If you've already booked an appointment, you can check, change, or cancel it.
Get vaccinated without an appointment
You can get an RSV vaccination at some pharmacies without needing an appointment.
You do not need to be registered with a GP to do this.
If you're pregnant
The RSV vaccine is recommended during every pregnancy (from 28 weeks onwards) to help protect your baby after they're born.
If you're 28 weeks pregnant or more, you can get vaccinated by your maternity service, GP surgery, or at a pharmacy offering free RSV vaccinations.