If you've ever had chickenpox in your childhood, chances are you're likely to develop shingles in the future. While people might assume that shingles — a painful, blistering rash — only ...

Herpes virus is linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk, while antiviral medications may offer protective benefits.

There are 8 herpesvirus types currently known to infect humans, including Herpes simplex viruses, varicella-zoster virus, Epstein-Barr virus, Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus and human ...

Older adults vaccinated against herpes zoster, or shingles, had a reduced risk of developing dementia, over a period of 7 years.

Thinking of getting the shingles shot? Recent research suggests that it may protect against more than just the virus.

Medical authorities worldwide have established the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine against chickenpox, despite US ...

Anyone who has had chickenpox can develop shingles. What makes this viral infection so dangerous and how can you protect ...

Vaccines and ongoing vigilance are critical to prevent and manage infections in patients who are immunosuppressed or ...

Another study has added to the growing evidence linking the cold sore-causing herpes virus with Alzheimer’s disease. It also ...

Scientists ‘slash risk of Alzheimer’s’ with medicine used to treat herpes and chickenpox - Researchers made a surprising connection between certain viral diseases and Alzheimer’s ...

Symptomatic infection with the virus responsible for cold sores around the mouth–herpes simplex 1, or HSV-1 for short—may ...

The reason? Herpes. After the ESPN+-streamed event concluded (results here), Bellato revealed on his Instagram Story the reason the fight was canceled last-second. “I never thought that herpes ...