Could a cure for Herpes be on its way? A promising new clinical trial for a HSV2 vaccine just opened up for human research testing and is looking for volunteers. Their press release goes on to explain it in more detail: We were actually made aware of this by one of our members. She was…
The Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) can be broken down into two different types. HSV-1 is typically oral herpes where HSV-2 is almost always in the genital region. Without going into all the mind numbing medical details, we figured that we would break it down and explain what the difference is. Both types share some similarities,…
DailyMail – Could Facebook tell you which of your friends has an STD? As many a Facebook friend will tell you, revealing more about your private life than you would like is an everyday hazard of the web. But a new concept for an app could see social network users sharing information far more sensitive…
How to tell someone you have herpes or HPV? So, you start dating someone and you look for a way to tell them about your herpes or HPV. In our community, this is simply known as “The Talk.” Is it awkward and stressful? Of course it is! We are not going to try to sugar…
The number 437737 in not actually a phone number, rather it is the word “Herpes” spelled out by the corresponding letters on a phone. You are probably blown away by this amazing discovery, right? Ok, maybe not so much but when we tell you what it can be used for, you may actually be impressed!…
Herpes Gladiatorum– BusinessWeek- In addition to the collegiality and competitive spirit that typifies team sports, one dermatologist cautions that players may be sharing something far less desirable: contagious skin infections. “Herpes simplex is so common among wrestlers where skin-to-skin contact is unavoidable that the condition is termed herpes gladiatorum,” said Adams. “Treatment includes oral antiviral…