New tool guides families on RSV immunization

Number of babies hospitalised with respiratory illness down 70pc

One less infant, under the age of six months, was hospitalised each day following the release of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) shot, Queensland Health says.

Vaccination is expected to protect around 76,000 children from this virus, which is the most common cause of respiratory tract illness under one year of age.

Children born between June 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026 can be vaccinated free of charge. Last campaign reduced infections and hospitalizations, says Secretary of State for Health.

New tool guides families on RSV immunization

Researchers from the Wesfarmers Center of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases, based at The Kids Research Institute Australia, have launched an online guidance tool designed to help families and health-care providers in WA learn the best way to protect babies and young children against life-threatening respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

A parent's worst nightmare: RSV

Becoming a parent is one of the most joyous, yet daunting times in life. As you and your baby are getting ready to leave the hospital after birth, a mini crash course on all things from how to change a diaper to how to feed a baby is taught. But what is not brought up is the very high likelihood that your healthy baby may be hospitalized if exposed to respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV. According to the CDC, RSV is the leading caus…

Enlargement kicks off in the autumn-winter 2025-2026 vaccination campaign, and is expected to protect around 76,000 children.