A modification of the herpes simplex virus has enabled researchers to test a highly effective HSV vaccine on animals. In the study, the vaccine proved to be equally effective for the prevention of both oral and genital herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2).
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Could New Gene Therapy Be the Solution for Herpes Simplex Virus 1?
New breakthrough scientific research is giving hope for the discovery of a cure for the treatment of herpes. Currently, there are only approaches aimed at supressing the symptoms caused by the virus. Through gene editing, researchers are now making it possible to get rid of the infection altogether.
Continue readingAre We Getting Closer to Preventing Herpes Virus Infections?
New clinical research highlights a potential mechanism that could be utilised to prevent an infection with the genital herpes virus. American clinicians have identified the way in which the herpes virus infiltrates healthy bodily cells and this information may prove invaluable for better preventative practices.
Continue readingPubic Grooming Could be exposing you to Higher STD Risk
People who shave their pubic hair are assumed to have more sexual partners thus leading to the assumption that pubic grooming increases STD risk.
Continue readingStay Safe: How to Get Tested For STIs with Your Partner
Talking about your sexual health as a couple is important and even better you should go for STD testing together. Here’s how to go about it.
Continue readingHerpes is Actually Not the Worst STD
Herpes is the second most scariest STD after HIV. Many people are afraid of contracting the not so life threatening STD due to societal stigma.
Continue reading5 Incurable STDS and How To Stay Healthy In Case You Have One
There are many incurable STDs that if well managed, should not ruin your life. Here are the top 5 incurable STDs and how to manage them for a better life.
Continue readingHerpes Simplex Virus Doesn’t Increase Risk of HIV Mother to Child Transmission
There is a high prevalence of HSV-2 cases among HIV positive women. However, there is no associated risk of transmission of HIV from mother.
Continue readingHigh Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Female Sex Workers in China
The increase Hepatitis and STIs among female sex workers in China have unfortunately been increasing steadily requiring more attention to control the infections.
Continue readingSTD Testing: Genital Herpes
Learn more about the Genital Herpes STD, how it is diagnosed and how it is treated for.
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