As part of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Prevention Program, NSW Health has made the Abrysvo vaccine available for women who are 28 to 36 weeks pregnant (in effect from Monday, 3 February 2025).
The program aims to protect newborn and at-risk infants against RSV and reduce RSV-associated infections and hospitalisations.
The Abrysvo vaccine helps protect newborn babies from severe RSV in the first six months of life through the transfer of maternal antibodies to the foetus during pregnancy. It remains the only RSV vaccine approved for use in pregnant women.
GPs can download the fact sheet for recommendations on timing, where to find clinical decision aids, ordering supplies and reporting in the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and “yellow” antenatal card.
A poster with key points of the NSW RSV Prevention Program, compiled by the SWSLHD Antenatal GPSC Clinical Midwife Consultant.
Respiratory syncytial virus maternal vaccination program information and resources
A list of resources relevant to the respiratory syncytial virus maternal vaccination program are listed below.
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
National Immunisation Program schedule
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection
Australian immunisation Handbook, Respiratory syncytial virus
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine – Frequently Asked Questions
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine consumer fact sheet
Maternal vaccinations consumer brochure (can be ordered)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) products – Program advice for health professionals
Following vaccination – what to expect and what to do
National Centre of Immunisation Research and Surveillance (NCIRS)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunisation landing page
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV): Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
RSV immunisation products – evaluation and expected access
RSV immunisation products – efficacy and safety
NCIRS clinical guidance on RSV immunisation product administration errors
RSV vaccine safety data – AusVaxSafety
State and territory nirsevimab (Beyfortus) infant program summary 2025
Vaccine recommendations for pregnant women – a guide for health professionals
Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI) – Pregnancy and newborn vaccinations
NSW Health
NSW RSV Prevention Program – Information for health professionals
NSW RSV Prevention Program – Information for parents and carers
24 June 2025 update: New resources made available
Community Campaign Kit includes information about RSV and links to printable resources
RSV expert video with Dr Linny Kimly Phuong a health expert video explaining maternal vaccines
A powerful case study video Bre O’Brien speaks about her daughter’s experience with RSV and the importance of being vaccinated