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herpes

[hur-peez] / ˈhɜr piz /




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RP1 is a re-engineered herpes virus that is injected into melanoma tumors and causes cancer cells to burst.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

Recently she started using her social media platforms to raise awareness of genital herpes.

From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026

At the same time, he has insisted that he is “strongly pro-vaccine” and previously advised Rational Vaccines, a controversial organization dedicated to combating the herpes virus.

From Salon ● May 7, 2026

Additionally, the Safari Park has done extensive examination into the endotheliotropic herpes virus.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 4, 2026

The origin and distribution of herpes zoster, the occurrence of sympathetic ophthalmia and symmetrical gangrene, suggest a predominant disturbance of innervation as the exciting cause.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various




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