Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a widespread viral infection that affects millions of people globally. It can occur at any age, and many individuals may carry the virus without showing symptoms, ...

Flu has come early this winter with a new mutated version of the virus circulating. The NHS has already sent out a "flu jab SOS" encouraging vulnerable people to get their free vaccination. But should ...

Steffini Stalos, DO, FCAP, is a pathology and lab medicine physician. She is also the chief medical officer of the lab consultancy firm Blood Associates, LLC. Most flu vaccines are made with ...

Cold Sores, Genital Herpes, & Other Herpes Viruses Learn about how the herpes simplex virus can and can't be transmitted, symptoms to watch for, treatment and condition management, and long-term ...