How to spot RSV symptoms and simple steps to protect yourself Health officials are urging older adults to get vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
While RSV often starts like a common cold, it can develop into more severe respiratory issues, particularly for young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
In addition, for some older adults and people with lung conditions or weakened immune systems, RSV can lead to pneumonia.
NHS England announced on Monday that more than one million adults in England, aged between 75 and 79, or those who turned 80 after September 1, will be invited to receive the RSV jab over the next few days.
“The two groups that are eligible for the vaccination are the older adults (between 75 to 79) or people who are 28 or more weeks pregnant as it helps protect the baby for the first few months after they are born.
