Respiratory syncytial virus

The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes respiratory illness, particularly in infants, young children, and older adults, affecting the lungs and airways. It can lead to a serious lung infection called bronchiolitis, which can cause difficulty breathing.

RSV immunization with the human monoclonal antibody is now free for infants and high-risk children who are younger than 24 months. The RSV vaccine is now free for pregnant people, and high-risk adults who are 60 years or older. Talk to your health care provider about protecting your family against RSV to help reduce your risk of severe illness.

Infants and high-risk young children

All infants up to 12 months, and children up to 24 months who are at high-risk of severe illness from RSV due to medical conditions are eligible for the RSV human monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) immunization. The RSV monoclonal antibody provides ready-made antibodies for immediate protection. The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) specifically recommends it for infants 8 months of age or younger.

Immunizing infants with the monoclonal antibody is the recommended approach to protect infants from RSV. It can be given to infants at birth, in hospital or at a doctor’s office.

Primary care providers

If you have a doctor or health care provider, contact them about availability of the monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) at their office.

Peel Public Health clinics

Peel Public Health offers RSV monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) clinics for infants who are younger than 12 months, born in 2024, who may not have access to a doctor or primary care services.

You will need to book an appointment. Walk–ins are not available. A health card is not required. Call us at 905-799-7700 or toll-free 1-888-919-7800 to book an appointment.

Infants 6 months and older are also eligible to receive the flu and COVID-19 vaccines and will be offered at their RSV appointment. Separate appointments are not needed.

Additional options

The providers listed may offer the monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) to eligible infants and children without a family doctor. This list is not actively being monitored, and services may change. We recommend contacting the clinic directly or visiting their website to confirm eligibility, availability, and service details. We will provide updates on additional options as they become available.

Bramalea Community Health Centre
40 Finchgate Blvd., Suite 224, Brampton
905-451-8090

The Four Corners Clinic
Westwood Square, 7205 Goreway Dr., Mississauga 
905-677-9599

Mississauga Paediatric Care Clinic
101 Queensway West, 7th floor, Mississauga
905-272-9900 ext. 240

CarePoint Health
2 locations in Mississauga

Learn more:

• RSV monoclonal antibody for infants and high-risk children fact sheet
• RSV immunity fact sheet

Vaccine during pregnancy

Pregnant individuals are eligible to receive a single dose of Abrysvo. Abrysvo is the only RSV vaccine that can currently be given during pregnancy. Abrysvo can be given based on discussion with your health care provider. It can be given at a doctor’s office.

Giving the RSV monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) to an infant is recommended over getting the RSV vaccine during pregnancy.

Abrysvo is not being offered at Peel Public Health clinics.

Learn more: RSV vaccine in pregnancy fact sheet

High-risk older adults

Abrysvo and Arexvy are 2 RSV vaccines that can be given to adults 60 years or older. Only certain high-risk adults 60 years or older are eligible for the vaccine. Talk to your health care provider to receive the vaccine if you meet eligibility.

If you don't meet eligibility for the vaccine, you can get it at a pharmacy with a prescription from your health care provider. However, you will need to pay out of pocket.

Individuals who received a dose in a previous season do not require an additional dose. Booster doses are not currently recommended.

RSV vaccine for older adults is not being offered at Peel Public Health clinics.

Learn more: RSV vaccine for older adult high risk fact sheet