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Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV): A Tale as Old as Humanity Herpes simplex virus (HSV) has been quietly present for as long as humans have existed. Despite its ancient origins and how common it is, herpes has somehow become the subject of stigma and jokes far more than it ever deserved. The good news? Understanding how…
How Many People Have Herpes? The Surprising Truth Herpes is one of the most common viral infections worldwide, yet it’s surrounded by myths, misunderstandings, and a whole lot of unnecessary stigma. Let’s unpack the surprising truth about just how common herpes is, the reasons behind its prevalence, and why it’s no big deal for most…
Why You Can’t Catch Herpes from a Towel (and Other Hilarious Myths You Can Stop Worrying About) When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), herpes is one of the most misunderstood. Herpes is like the “shark in the swimming pool” of the STI world—people know it’s a problem, but they often overestimate where and…
Why is Herpes So Hard to Cure? Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections affect millions of people worldwide, causing recurrent outbreaks of painful sores and significant psychological distress. Despite decades of research, a cure for herpes remains elusive. We will explore the unique challenges posed by herpes, current treatment approaches, and the promising research that may…
You are smart, successful, and attractive. You have a wonderful group of friends and life is going well. You take care of yourself and are picky when it comes to dating. Basically, you’ve got it going on. So, how did someone like YOU get herpes? Even if the first sentences didn’t remotely describe you, the…
If you just found out you have herpes, there is probably a whole lot going on inside your head. The common reactions usually include panic, depression or you are just plain freaking out. Most of all, there is a lot of uncertainty and questions. Well, we are here to tell you that it is probably…
We received an email from Mary Engel a couple of weeks ago, asking if there was any interest in a cure for herpes for her upcoming article for the Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center. Naturally, we knew the answer was an easy, “Yes!’”. Here is her article that has some really great information. We reprinted…