Sexual contact is not the only way HSV is transmitted. For example, young children often get HSV-1 from kissing family members or putting play toys in their mouths that have also been in other ...

HSV, estimated to affect billions of people worldwide ... such as changes in pH or temperature. For example, the fingers of a polymerase protein can open and close, as would the fingers of ...

For example, seasonal influenza epidemics occur annually, causing a substantial global disease burden and economic losses ...

The classic laboratory methods for the detection and differentiation of HSV-1/2 and VZV, including Tzanck smear testing, viral culture, DFA testing and serologic testing, have been well documented ...

Immune mechanisms of HSK (erosion of immunoprivilege) Secretion of VEGF by HSV-infected epithelial cells leads to in-growth of lymph and blood vessels. Largely CD4 T-cell mediated immunopathology ...

In summary, the study shows exciting promise for a simple, plant-based solution to a complex global problem. By using natural antiviral proteins found in lablab beans, scientists were able to reduce ...

Low vaccination rates for influenza viruses and the lack of an HSV vaccine underscore the need for a new approach to reduce viral transmission. Researchers have now used a clinical-grade antiviral ...