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Free RSV immunisation for Queensland newborns

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From 15 April 2024, newborn babies can get a free RSV immunisation in Queensland birthing hospitals., all newborn babies can get a free RSV immunisation.

Your baby or infant may also be able to get it if they’re:

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants under 8 months
  • infants with certain complex medical conditions under 8 months
  • infants with certain complex medical conditions 8 months up to 19 months of age, until 31 October 2024.

The immunisation isn’t a vaccine.

Vaccines tell a person's immune system to make antibodies.

The RSV immunisation has pre-made antibodies that instantly protect your child against the infection.

More information is available on the Queensland Health website.

Find out more about the program