Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), is a very contagious virus that causes respiratory tract infections which can result in serious outcomes for seniors.
Great news: A Health Canada approved vaccine means we now have an RSV vaccine for older adults with safety and efficacy proven through multiple evidence-based clinical trials with thousands of participants. With respiratory virus season upon us, consider speaking to your doctor about vaccination against RSV.
However, while the RSV vaccine is available in Canada, it is not yet funded by the government (with the exception of long-term care homes, elder care lodges and some retirement residences in Ontario).