Book for your RSV vaccination today!

Overview of RSV and the vaccination programme:

RSV is a major cause of respiratory illness, particularly dangerous for infants and the elderly. The virus can lead to pneumonia and infant bronchiolitis, requiring hospitalisation and intensive care in severe cases.

This new vaccine offers huge opportunities to prevent severe illness in those most vulnerable to RSV, helping to protect lives and ease winter pressures for the NHS.

We strongly encourage women who are 28 or more weeks pregnant to speak to their maternity service or GP surgery to ensure their baby is protected, and those aged 75 to 79 to come forward for their vaccine when they are invited from September.

Maternal:

• From September 2024, pregnant women can have a vaccine to help protect their babies against RSV

• You should get your free RSV vaccine when you reach 28 weeks of pregnancy. You should speak to your maternity service or GP surgery to get your vaccine

• Studies have shown the RSV vaccine is very safe for you and your baby

• A vaccine is needed in every pregnancy to give your new baby the best protection

Older Adults:

• A single dose of vaccine will help to boost protection as you reach an age group at highest risk of serious RSV infection.

• Everyone turning 75 years old on or after the 1 September 2024 will be offered a single dose of RSV vaccine.

• The vaccine will also be offered to those who are already aged 75 to 79 years on 1 September 2024. RSV vaccination programme: Briefing pack for stakeholders 7

• Your GP surgery will contact you to offer you an RSV vaccination appointment if you are eligible

• RSV vaccine is given all year round

Important Notice: Surgery Closures Due to PET Sessions

Dear Patients,

We wish to inform you about the temporary closure of our surgery on specific dates due to scheduled Protected Educational Time (PET). These closures are an essential part of our commitment to providing high-quality care, ensuring that our team stays up-to-date with the latest healthcare practices and procedures.

Closure Dates:

Tuesday,17th September 2024

Tuesday, 15th October 2024

Tuesday, 26th November 2024

On the above dates, our surgery will be closed from 1pm.

During this time, no regular appointments or consultations will be available. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding. Our top priority is the well-being and safety of our patients, and we appreciate your cooperation during these necessary closures.

Thank you for your continued trust in our services.

Please call 111 to access NHS services during our closures.