The World Health Organization (WHO) recently released new estimates suggesting around 846 million people aged between 15 and ...

Genital herpes, an STI caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV), is prevalent and commonly transmitted through sexual contact.

Genital herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections are frequently asymptomatic or undiagnosed, but more than half the US population is seropositive for HSV, and about one-fifth are positive for HSV-2.

This Sexually Transmitted Infection Question Day (January 14) we speak to a GP about one of the most common STIs.

Genital herpes, usually the result of an infection with herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), is the most common cause of genital ulceration. The first clinical episode is called primary genital ...

Genital herpes, a common sexually transmitted infection worldwide, is the result of the herpes simplex virus. Although a cure is not yet available for this disease, there exist methods to manage ...

Genital herpes infections are very common. There are 42 million new infections each year — that averages out to one new person infected each second. While treatments can help with symptoms ...

A study has found that a common sexually transmitted infection could potentially inflict 'more harm' and 'accelerate neurodegeneration' among people with Alzheimer's disease ...

HSV-2 typically causes genital herpes, but both types can appear in either location depending on the transmission route. This overlap underscores the importance of comprehensive understanding and ...

A World Health Organization (WHO) director has called for “better prevention and treatment options” after the agency released new estimates of genital herpes prevalence. Dr Meg Doherty ...

I found one study that showed some protection from genital herpes outbreaks following a vaccination for zoster, but most studies showed neither benefit nor harm. There is no reason to suspect that ...

The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, is a viral infection that causes genital and oral herpes. Get the details on key signs, diagnosis, and treatment. 7-Question Quiz: Cold Sores 101 ...