Healthcare
Over 31,000 children vaccinated against Respiratory Syncytial Virus in one month
More than 31,000 children received the Respiratory Syncytial Virus vaccine during the first month of the immunization campaign, according to DGS data released on 19 October 2026. The 2026/2027 campaign runs from 16 September 2026 until 31 March 2027, targeting newborns in maternity units as well as infants born from 1 April 2026 onwards or those with specific risk factors.
Why it matters
If you have an infant or young child in Portugal, they may be eligible for free protection against RSV at maternity wards, primary health centers, or hospitals until 31 March 2027.Useful?
