Free RSV vaccine for your baby this winter
5 September 2025
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From 1 September 2025 to 28 February 2026, you can get an RSV vaccine for your baby at the hospital in Ireland if your baby is:
- Born during these dates
- Born prematurely during these dates
- Born with underlying medical conditions during these dates
If your baby was born between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025, you can now book an RSV vaccine appointment online with the HSE. Appointments for this age group are available in September and early October 2025.
What is the RSV virus?
The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes respiratory infection in children and adults. The infection can be severe in the youngest babies, especially those born during the autumn and winter months.
Find out how to book a vaccine and more information on the RSV vaccine for babies during winter. 👉
