ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is encouraging RSV immunizations and they are now available for pregnant people and older adults. RSV usually increases in the fall and peaks around December, according to NMDOH. Story continues below Crime: Break-ins at vacant ‘for sale’ homes have ABQ brokers and realtors concerned Trending: CNM will get millions of dollars for new fabrication facility if bond is approved News: Albuquerque non-profit’s warehouse burns down with donations inside Cannabis: NM cannabis industry needs more inspectors and regulation advocates tell lawmakers NMDOH says infants are particularly vulnerable to RSV and it is the leading cause of infant hospitalization. NMDOH lists two way to protect infants from RSV: Maternal RSV vaccine is recommended to people 32-36 weeks pregnant during September - January; Infants born without maternal vaccination can receive RSV antibody within one week of birth. RSV immunizations are recommended for anyone 75-years-old and over and for people 60 and over with chronic medical conditions. NMDOH says anyone older adult who received an RSV vaccine last year, does not need to get another one. RSV vaccines are available in many healthcare provider offices, hospitals and pharmacies. More information can be found by clicking on the following links: Vaccines.gov - Search for vaccine locations  Vaccines for Children providers in NM   Vaccines for adults without insurance