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herpes

[hur-peez] / ˈhɜr piz /




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Health experts say that for many people, the psychological impact of a genital herpes diagnosis - which is treatable but not curable - can be even greater than the physical symptoms.

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

A modified herpes virus is injected into tumors, which causes cancer cells to burst and release flares that activate and train the immune system to attack cancer cells throughout the body.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 14, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 4, 2026

The activity of this plant in herpes is due to the chrysophanic acid contained in it.

From The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines by Jerome Beers Thomas




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