The Indigenous Primary Health Care Council (IPHCC) and the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH) have launched a new Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Fact Sheet tailored for Indigenous parents, families and caregivers in Ontario. This resource offers culturally safe information on preventing RSV in infants and high-risk young children, especially as we anticipate an increase in RSV activity in the coming weeks and months.
The fact sheet is available in six languages, including four Indigenous languages, ensuring that it is accessible to a wide range of communities. This initiative reflects PCMCH’s commitment to addressing systemic barriers in the healthcare system faced by Indigenous Peoples, and it aims to empower families with the knowledge needed for informed decision-making about RSV immunization.
You can access the RSV Fact Sheet on the IPHCC website available in the following languages:
We encourage healthcare providers and the public to share this valuable resource within your networks. Please note that this fact sheet is distinct from our other more comprehensive RSV Fact Sheets for parents and healthcare providers, which are available in eight languages and can be downloaded from our Respiratory Viruses and Immunizations webpage.
Thank you for your support in disseminating this important information. We hope to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of Indigenous children and families throughout the RSV season.