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, they can order the monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus). Contact them about getting it at their office.
Additional options
The providers listed may offer the monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) to eligible infants and children without a family doctor. Since this list is not updated regularly and services may change, we recommend contacting the clinic or checking their website for the latest information.
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
Peel Public Health clinics
Peel Public Health RSV monoclonal antibody (Beyfortus) clinics for infants have ended for the 2024-2025 respiratory season. Visit your primary care provider or one of the clinics listed.
Learn more:
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
Severe reactions are very rare and may include trouble breathing, swelling of the face or mouth, hives, seizures, or fever over 40 C. Call 911 if you are having a medical emergency. Call or make an appointment with your health care provider. Report any severe reactions to your health care provider.
Access Health811 or call 811 (TTY 1-866-797-0007) for health advice and information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You can also book a free phone appointment with the VaxFacts clinic if you have questions or concerns about the RSV vaccine or any other vaccines.