Gastrointestinal
Rotavirus vaccination
The rotavirus vaccine is an oral vaccine that protects against infection with rotaviruses. Rotaviruses are the most common cause of viral diarrhoea in infants and young children. In this age group in particular, rotavirus infection can be more severe than in older children or adults. In this article, you will find out why and when the rotavirus vaccine is recommended, as well as other important information about the rotavirus vaccine.