Updated Resources on RSV Prevention for Infants and High-Risk Children
PCMCH is pleased to share updated fact sheets to support parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers with essential information about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and immunization options, aligned with Ontario’s expanded RSV Prevention Program.
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- Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers (English)
Summarizes Ontario’s RSV program, real-world effectiveness data, and guidance on administering Beyfortus and Abrysvo. Supports providers in answering questions from parents and expectant parents. - Fact Sheet for Parents and Expectant Parents (English | French | Simplified Chinese (简体中文) | Traditional Chinese (繁體中文) | Arabic (عربى) | Italian (Italiano) | Punjabi (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ) | Spanish (Español)
Provides practical tips to protect infants and high-risk children and supports informed decision-making. Providers are encouraged to share this resource with patients and families.- New this season: Poster for healthcare settings with QR codes linking to parent fact sheets in multiple languages.
- Fact Sheet for Indigenous Parents, Caregivers and Families
Developed with the Indigenous Primary Health Care Council (IPHCC), available in English, French, Cree, Inuktitut, Ojibway and Mohawk.
- Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers (English)
See below for more information and additional resources.
Infants and children with immature or compromised immune systems are at higher risk of developing severe illness from respiratory viruses. Similarly, pregnant individuals may face greater risks when contracting respiratory viruses and are more susceptible to complications that could affect both their health and the health of their baby.
During the fall and winter months, the risk of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), COVID-19, and influenza (flu) is a significant concern, particularly for vulnerable populations.
To assist parents, families and healthcare providers in managing the respiratory illness season (late fall to early spring), PCMCH has developed a range of resources. Below, you will also find links to helpful resources from other government agencies and healthcare organizations that offer reliable, up-to-date information on common respiratory viruses and available immunization options.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Resources
Measles Resources
Influenza (Flu) Resources
COVID-19 Resources
Note that the information provided on this page is not intended to take the place of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact your healthcare provider to speak about how best to protect yourself, your family and your community from respiratory illnesses. You can also call 811 to connect to health care support 24/7, where you can receive secure and confidential health advice.