However, the Stanford team utilized a natural experiment created by Wales’ shingles vaccination policy. Starting on September ...

The shingles vaccine could do double duty as a protector against both infections and dementia, according to a new study.

HSV and varicella zoster virus (VZV) are common pathogens of skin and mucous membranes and the CNS. Their rapid and accurate diagnosis is essential for their treatment as well as infection control.

Many people aren’t benefiting from the shingles vaccine now. Not only can it prevent shingles — it also may protect the brain ...

While severe pain and burning are typical symptoms, tingling and buzzing sensations, along with numbness, can also be early ...

Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) causes chickenpox and shingles, while herpes simplex virus (HSV) is responsible for oral and genital herpes. Although current treatments mainly focus on inhibiting viral ...

A large quasi-experimental study in Australia found that adults eligible for free shingles vaccination based on their date of ...

Common childhood infections once considered mere inconveniences may provide unexpected long-term benefits. Emerging research ...

Natural killer cell deficiency should be considered in patients susceptible to herpes virus or papillomavirus with persistently decreased NK cell function.

Wales' vaccination program policy created natural experiment for U.S. research team, which found 20% reduction in dementia.

The word herpes comes from Greek and means “creeping.” That’s all! Over the centuries it has been employed to describe ...