UKNoticeOfficial ✓August 12, 2026· GOV.UK
Newborn ICU admissions drop 50% in first full year of RSV maternal vaccine programme
What happened
The UK's RSV maternal vaccine program has been in effect for its first full year, resulting in a 50% reduction in newborn ICU admissions. Despite this success, around 60% of women giving birth each month are vaccinated, and UKHSA indicates that thousands of babies remain at risk.
Why it matters
The vaccine program has significantly reduced severe RSV cases in newborns, lessening the burden on intensive care units. However, many babies are still vulnerable due to incomplete vaccination coverage among pregnant women.
Who it affects
- ›Newborn babies
- ›Pregnant women
- ›Families of newborns
- ›Intensive care units
Receipts
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