RSV in older adults is not only a seasonal virus; it can lead to serious health outcomes if patients are left unvaccinated. With new vaccines now available, and recent Australian updates including free RSV vaccination for adults aged ≥75 years under the National Immunisation Program (NIP), GPs are central to prevention.
This on-demand webinar, presented by GP Anita Muñoz and Professor Michael Woodward AM, will support identification of at-risk patients, outline current recommendations, and provide practical approaches to integrating RSV vaccination into routine care, with a focus on reducing adverse effects and optimising outcomes through team-based care.
References:
1. National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance Australia. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV): Frequently asked questions (FAQs). Available from: https://ncirs.org.au/ncirs-fact-sheets-faqs-and-other-resources/respira… Accessed Jun 2026.
2. Australian Immunisation Handbook. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Available from: https://immunisationhandbook.health.gov.au/contents/vaccine-preventable… Accessed Jun 2026.
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Presenters
Prof Woodward is Head of Dementia Research at Austin Health. He specialises in geriatric medicine with a major interest in adult vaccination, as well as Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, wound management, and the quality use of medications in older people. He has published extensively and has been heavily involved in many journals and professional organisations throughout his illustrious career. His work in geriatric medicine, dementia and other research and his extensive authorship has been honoured with Membership of the Order of Australia.
Dr Muñoz is a Melbourne-based GP dedicated to promoting the role of general practice in patient health and public health more broadly. She is Chair of the RACGP Victoria Council and an RACGP board member, has held advisory positions with the Victorian Department of Health and Safer Care Victoria, and has been a medical educator for over 12 years. She is particularly preoccupied with the wellbeing of general practice registrars, and of securing a high-quality general practice workforce for the future.
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