New, free maternal and infant immunisations are available to protect babies against RSV.

RSV is a highly contagious virus that causes cold-like symptoms and can lead to serious lung infections. RSV is the most common reason babies and young children are admitted to hospital.

The Australian Government and SA Health are partnering to deliver a new RSV maternal and infant protection program, offering safe and effective RSV immunisation in 2025.

As RSV case numbers increase each winter, it’s important to get immunised and protect your baby against RSV as early as possible.

Read more about the RSV protection program