Herpesvirus infection may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease through transposable element activation and neuroinflammation.

Scientists have a new target to prevent cold sores after University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers discovered an unexpected way the herpes virus re-activates in the body.

Researchers have made progress, but developing a safe and effective vaccine for herpes has proven difficult. The virus’s ability to hide in nerve cells and evade the immune system makes it very ...

Genital herpes, an STI caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV), is prevalent and commonly transmitted through sexual contact. Early diagnosis through tests like PCR and antibody detection can improve ...

According to Dr. Jerome, herpes could be called a hide-out virus since it infects and lies dormant on nerve cells, ...