Overview
- From 1 April 2026, England will offer the RSV vaccine to adults aged 80 and over and to all residents of care homes for older adults.
- This expansion builds on the existing programme for people turning 75, those aged 75 to 79 at launch, and pregnant women to protect newborns.
- People eligible for both shots can receive RSV and COVID-19 vaccines at the same appointment once the spring COVID-19 campaign starts on 13 April 2026.
- Provider guidance from NHS England and UKHSA calls for a universal offer with prompt call and recall, co-administration in care homes to boost uptake, and targeted action to reduce inequalities.
- Officials cite UKHSA and JCVI analysis showing fewer hospitalisations among vaccinated 75- to 79-year-olds and strong protection for babies from maternal vaccination.