Crich Medical Practice, Oakwell Drive, Crich, Matlock DE4 5PB
Telephone: 01773 852966
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South Wingfield Surgery, Inns Lane, South Wingfield, Alfreton DE55 7LW | Telephone: 01773 852966
Holloway Surgery, Mill Lane, Holloway, Matlock DE4 5AQ | Telephone: 01773 852966
Practice Newsletter Covid Spring Booster – 2026 Patient Notice – GP Update Mounjaro Policy Change to the Cervical Screening Programme Update to Childhood Vaccination Schedule Respiratory syncytial virus vaccine Support getting to vaccination and screening appointments Patient access to records online Staff Training 2026/27
The RSV vaccine helps protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common virus that can make babies and older adults seriously ill. It’s recommended during pregnancy and for adults aged 75 to 79.
The RSV vaccine helps protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
RSV is a common cause of coughs and colds. Most people get it several times during their life.
It usually gets better by itself, but in some people (especially babies and older adults) it can cause illnesses such as:
These illnesses can cause serious breathing problems. They may need to be treated in hospital and can be life-threatening.
Getting RSV can also make your symptoms worse if you have a lung condition, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD).
The RSV vaccine helps reduce the risk of serious breathing problems like pneumonia and bronchiolitis.
The RSV vaccine is recommended if:
Information:
If you turned 80 on or after 1 September 2024, you’re eligible for the RSV vaccine until 31 August 2025.
You’re not eligible for the RSV vaccine if you turned 80 before 1 September 2024.
