More Mid-Life (and Older) STDs Jul 8, 2008
From 1996 to 2003, total cases of chlamydia, genital herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis and genital warts among people over 45 increased 127%, from 344 cases in 1996 to 780 in 2003. Rates of STD increased in patients under age 45 as well, by 97%, during the same time period. (Time.com)
Potential herpes cure flushes out virus Jul 4, 2008
Herpes simplex 1 or HSV-1 causes cold sores, HSV-2 causes genital herpes, while varicella causes chicken pox and returns in middle or old age as herpes zoster to cause shingles ... An estimated one in five Americans have genital herpes, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, while 100 million have the HSV-1 virus that causes cold sores. (MSNBC -- Health)
New Hope against the Cold Sore Virus Jul 4, 2008
Nevertheless, the findings could apply to the whole range of herpes viruses, including herpes simplex 2, which causes genital herpes, and the varicella zoster virus, which causes chickenpox and a more chronic, painful condition known as shingles. In fact, Umbach said, the Duke group plans to target the shingles virus in their next round of research. (MEDLINEplus)
New approach will finally kill herpes Jul 4, 2008
Herpes simplex 1 or HSV-1 causes cold sores, HSV-2 causes genital herpes, while varicella causes chicken pox and returns in middle or old age as herpes zoster to cause shingles. More Health/Sci. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Sexual infections skyrocket among Gen Y Jul 3, 2008
So when her doctor told her she had the herpes simplex virus (HSV), or genital herpes, she was stunned. "I was in a relationship and my partner didn't realise he had it," she says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Gloucester, Mass.: aberration and omen? Jul 1, 2008
In March, a federal study reported that one in four American girls between the ages of 14 and 19 and nearly half of all African-American girls in that same age range are infected with at least one of four sexually transmitted diseases: human papillomavirus, chlamydia, genital herpes and trichomoniasis. In June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that a steep decline in teen sexual activity through the 1990s leveled off between 2001 and 2007. (Montana Standard, MT)
Antiretroviral Therapy As HIV Prevention Strategy Jul 1, 2008
The use of "treatment as an aid to prevention" has been used in public health disease management, with diseases such as tuberculosis and genital herpes. "However, public health policy-makers and program managers have been reluctant to accept this strategy as viable for preventing the growth of the HIV/AIDS epidemic," write the authors. (Science Daily)
Pitts: Abstinence-only policy has unintended consequences Jun 30, 2008
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Herpes Suppression May Not Prevent HIV Infection Jun 21, 2008
THURSDAY, June 19 (HealthDay News) -- The herpes drug aciclovir (Zovirax) doesn't reduce the risk of HIV-1 infection in people who have sex with men infected with genital herpes, a U.S. study finds. Previous research has shown that herpes simplex virus type-2 (HSV-2) infection -- the most common cause of genital herpes -- increases the risk for HIV-1 infection by two- to threefold ... In this new, randomized, placebo-controlled phase III study, Dr. Connie Celum, of the University of Washington... (MEDLINEplus)
HPV Vaccine for Boys? It Just Might Happen Jun 14, 2008
And researchers are also looking at a vaccine that could prevent herpes simplex, the cause of genital herpes. "There are going to be a few years out before we see anything like that," Temte said. (Health-Finder)
Genital Herpes More Common Among New Yorkers Jun 12, 2008
A new study found that more than one in four adults in the city of New York (compared with fewer than one in five nationally) is infected with the Herpes Simplex Virus-2 that causes genital herpes, a lifelong sexually transmitted disease that helps to spread HIV and can result in painful genital sores, although most people don't notice any symptoms ... The researchers found that genital herpes is more common among adults in New York City than it is among American adults overall: the infection... (Medical News Today)
One in four New Yorkers affected with genital herpes Jun 12, 2008
BEIJING, June 12 (Xinhuanet) -- A quarter of adults living in New York City are infected with the genital herpes virus, according to media reports Thursday ... "Genital herpes alone will not cause serious problems for most people, but some people will have painful genital sores, and the infection fosters the spread of HIV," said Julia Schillinger, director of surveillance for the Health Department's Bureau of Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention and Control. (Xinhuanet, China)
Genital Herpes Infected a Quarter of New Yorkers (Update1) Jun 11, 2008
June 9 (Bloomberg) -- More than one in four New Yorkers were infected with genital herpes, a sexually transmitted disease that can cause sores and increase the spread of HIV, as of 2004, according to the city's first measurement of the virus ... Genital herpes alone will not cause serious problems for most people, but some people will have painful genital sores and the infection fosters the spread of HIV,'' said Julia Schillinger, the lead author of the study and director of surveillance for the... (Bloomberg)
25% of New Yorkers have herpes: survey Jun 11, 2008
The study, by the New York Health Department, found 26 per cent of city residents have the virus that causes genital herpes, an incurable sexually-transmitted infection that can cause painful genital sores and can double a person's risk for HIV. ... "We advise New Yorkers to protect themselves and others. Using condoms consistently will help you avoid getting or spreading genital herpes," said Dr Julia Schillinger, Director of Surveillance for the Health Department's Bureau of STD Prevention and... (Sydney Morning Herald)
SEX IN THE CITY: 1 in 4 adults in NYC has herpes virus... Jun 10, 2008
According to the study, 26 percent of city residents have the virus that causes genital herpes, an incurable sexually-transmitted infection that can cause painful genital sores and can double a person's risk for HIV. ... "Genital herpes alone will not cause serious problems for most people," said Dr. Julia Schillinger, Director of Surveillance for the Health Department's Bureau of STD Prevention and Control and lead author of the study ... "But some people will have painful genital sores and the... (The Drudge Report)
Citys Genital Herpes Rate Is Above National Average Jun 10, 2008
City s Genital Herpes Rate Is Above National Average ... More than one-fourth of adult New Yorkers 26 percent, compared to the national average of 19 percent are with , the virus that causes genital herpes, the city s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene announced on Monday. (New York Times)
THREAT OF WORLD AIDS PANDEMIC 'AMONG HETEROSEXUALS IS OVER'... Jun 8, 2008
Low rates of circumcision, which is protective, and high rates of genital herpes, which causes ulcers on the genitals through which the virus can enter the body, also contributed to Africa's heterosexual epidemic. But the factors driving HIV were still not fully understood, he said. (The Drudge Report)
The perfect answer to get through trying times Jun 7, 2008
Easy-peasy on genital herpes and travel vaccinations; bombed out on tinea. I soon got bored, and then my eyes fell on "Been trying?" It was infertility, of course, but it set me off on a train of thought that proved rather, um, can I say, fertile. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Dr. Dean's Disaster Jun 6, 2008
Alas, they are in reality more like genital herpes. They lay dormant for a while, only to rear their ugly heads once again to maliciously wreak havoc on everyone they touch. (Human Events Online)
BioVex Reports Positive Phase II Clinical Trial Results of OncoVEX GM-CSF in Metastatic Melanoma at the 2008 American Society of Clinical Oncology Meeting Jun 2, 2008
The Company's second program is a vaccine for genital herpes, ImmunoVEX HSV2, which provides complete protection in animal models of the disease. A Phase I study with ImmunoVEX HSV2 is scheduled to commence in the third quarter of 2008. (PR Newswire)
Bug's life a busy one as lovers get suspicious May 31, 2008
"[There's an increase in] genital herpes, and we have HIV and hepatitis C now. These are dangerous and irreversible conditions and it's become a case where people need to know whether their partner is cheating on them or not," Mr Mallard said. But Lyn Fletcher, the acting chief executive officer of Relationships Australia NSW, yesterday urged couples to get therapy instead. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Mom's Infection May Boost Epilepsy Risk in Offspring May 13, 2008
By contrast, genital herpes, venereal warts, and herpes did not significantly increase the odds of epilepsy, the researchers report. They say that long-term studies based on valid biological markers of infection would shed more light on the association between maternal infections and epilepsy risk. (MEDLINEplus)
Genvec wins third grant from NIH this year May 8, 2008
The others are for work on vaccines for genital herpes and malaria. The latest grant will support Genvec's efforts to develop vaccines for the prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). (Washington Business Journal, DC)
One-Day Valacyclovir Effective for Genital Herpes Apr 18, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Recurrent outbreaks of herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV2), or "genital herpes," can be effectively treated with a one-day course of valacyclovir (sold under the trade name Valtrex), according to results of a pilot study published in the journal Sexually Transmitted Diseases ... He and his colleagues conclude that the one-day valacyclovir regimen "may be a convenient treatment for recurrent genital herpes and comparative trials are warranted.". (MEDLINEplus)
'Forgetting Sarah Marshall': Trouble In Paradise, By Kurt Loder Apr 18, 2008
As he says to the appalled Sarah at one point, "I've not told you I have genital herpes, because it's not inflamed at the moment."). Trying to avoid Sarah and her intimidating new squeeze, Peter heads for the beach to attempt surfing. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Six Common STDs in Women Apr 18, 2008
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The Causes of Infection Apr 16, 2008
They then appear as shingles, cold sores or genital herpes depending on type. This symbiotic relationship can break down for a number of reasons resulting in what we recognise as a disease state. (Suite101.com)
Genvec wins $600,000 grant Apr 3, 2008
Genvec, which is also working on vaccines to fight cancer, flu and genital herpes, said the money is a Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases of NIH. The two-year grant will be used to develop enhancements to Genvec's adenovector technology for vaccine applications against malaria. "In addition to advancing our malaria vaccine program, work under this grant may provide improvements to our technology that could be applied... (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Needed protection Mar 27, 2008
The other diseases were chlamydia, trichomoniasis and genital herpes. The study, the first of its kind, should serve as a wake-up call to those in denial about the sexual activity of today s young people not to mention the dangers they face. (Montana Standard, MT)
Circumcision does not protect men from common STDs Mar 22, 2008
According to new research, though male circumcision protects men from HIV, it does not protect them against other common sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, genital warts and genital herpes ... 5% of the circumcised and uncircumcised men, respectively, reported having had STIs, the most common of which were genital warts, chlamydia and genital herpes. (News-Medical.net)
Circumcision Doesn't Protect Men From STDs Mar 22, 2008
The most common STDs reported were genital warts, Chlamydia and genital herpes. There was no statistically significant difference in rates of STDs even after the researchers adjusted for sexual behavior and socioeconomic factors. (Newsmax)
STD study is a call to action Mar 18, 2008
5 percent; and genital herpes, 2 percent, according to a report in the San Jose Mercury News. The study also found that teens who have sex have a higher rate of infection 40 percent. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
One in four girls Mar 18, 2008
5 percent, and genital herpes 2 percent. The study did not look at such feared diseases as HIV/AIDS, syphilis or gonorrhea, but the four it did look at are worrisome enough. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
All Children Should Receive STD Exams Mar 18, 2008
The article went on to state that "Nearly half of the African-Americans in the study of teenagers ages 14 to 19 were infected with at least one of the diseases monitored in the study human papillomavirus (HPV), Chlamydia, genital herpes and trichomoniasis, a common parasite. The 50 percent figure compared with 20 percent of white teenagers.". The article stated that each disease "can cause cancer and genital warts." The lead author of the report, Dr. Sara Forhan, extrapolating from the... (Newsmax)
1 in 4 teen girls has at least one STD Mar 15, 2008
5 percent; and genital herpes, 2 percent ... Genital herpes can cause blisters but also is often symptomless. (MSNBC -- Health)
One in four U.S. teenage girls have STD's, study finds Mar 15, 2008
Nearly half the blacks in the study of teenagers ages 14 to 19 were infected with at least one of the diseases monitored in the study - human papillomavirus (HPV), chlamydia, genital herpes and trichomoniasis, a common parasite. The 50 percent figure compared with 20 percent of white teenagers, health officials and researchers told a news conference Tuesday in Chicago. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Parents, take action Mar 15, 2008
Genital herpes is an STD caused by the herpes simplex viruses type 1 or type 2. Symptoms: One or more blisters on or around the genitals or rectum. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Second Study Finds Treating Herpes Won't Stop HIV Mar 15, 2008
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Another study has found that treating genital herpes infections does not protect people from the AIDS virus ... They were asked to take two pills a day of acyclovir, an antiviral drug that can suppress outbreaks of herpes simplex 2, responsible for genital herpes. (MEDLINEplus)
One in 4 Teen Girls Has a Sexually Transmitted Disease Mar 15, 2008
9 percent of young women had trichomoniasis, and 2 percent were infected with genital herpes, Forhan said. According to Forhan, about 50 percent of the teens reported having sex, and the prevalence of STDs in this group was 40 percent. (MEDLINEplus)
What parents can do when united Mar 6, 2008
Both cocaine and marijuana impair the immune system and increase the susceptibility to sexually transmitted diseases such as genital herpes and AIDS. Pregnant women who use even small doses of cocaine restrict blood flow to the fetus and may give birth to babies with low birth weight, small heads, deformed kidneys and defective urinary tracts. Addicted babies suffer withdrawal pains and demonstrate learning and psychological difficulties, as they grow older. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Relationship relapse Mar 5, 2008
Fever Blisters are NOT Type 2 Genital herpes ... Type 2 usually causes genital herpes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Despite their concern about transmission, people with genital herpes may be unknowingly putting their partner at risk Feb 20, 2008
Canada-wide survey highlights significant gaps in education and knowledge of genital herpes TORONTO, Feb. 20 /CNW/ - The largest survey of its kind, INSIGHTS(1) provides an important assessment of the management, perception and understanding of genital herpes in Canada. Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, and for patients the emotional burden often significantly outweighs the physical symptoms of the disease ... The survey of 400 people with genital herpes... (Canada Newswire)
Campus Health: abstinence, condom use to prevent sexual problems Feb 14, 2008
Genital herpes is known for its painful sores and requires years of treatment to manage outbreaks, according to the CDC.. Hepatitis B, a liver disease, can be transmitted sexually and is only detectable by a blood test. (Web Devil, AZ)
Herpes Medication Does Not Reduce Risk Of HIV Infection In Individuals With HSV-2, Study Finds Feb 10, 2008
9, 2008) An international clinical trial has found that acyclovir, a common medication for treating herpes simplex virus-2 (HSV-2), the most common cause of genital herpes, does not reduce the risk of HIV infection when taken by people infected with HSV-2 ... In some infected individuals, the virus can produce recurring genital herpes, a condition characterized by sores and breaks in the skin of the genital region ... 25, 2007) The association between genital herpes and higher viral loads of... (Science Daily)
Anticipated 'slam dunk' AIDS treatment fails Feb 6, 2008
(02-05) 04:00 PST Boston -- A once-promising experiment to see whether treating genital herpes with a common drug could dramatically reduce susceptibility to HIV infection has found no protection whatsoever - a shocking setback for researchers hoping to find a pill that would slow the spread of the AIDS epidemic. Results of the long-awaited study, which included gay men in San Francisco, Seattle, New York and Peru, as well as women in Africa, were released in Boston Monday at the 15th annual... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Experiment to treat genital herpes produces no protection Feb 5, 2008
Article:Experiment to treat genital herpes produces no protecti:/c/a/2008/02/04/BAJRURTMM.DTL Article:Experiment to treat genital herpes produces no protecti:/c/a/2008/02/04/BAJRURTMM.DTL ... A once-promising experiment to see if treating genital herpes with a common drug could dramatically reduce susceptibility to HIV infection has found no protection whatsoever -- a shocking setback for researchers hoping to find a pill that would slow the spread of the AIDS epidemic. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Surprising research results at AIDS conference Feb 5, 2008
These women had a 25 percent lower rate of infection with genital herpes; a 50 percent reduction in trichomoniasis - a common sexually transmitted disease caused by a parasite - and a 20 percent reduction in bacterial vaginosis. These kinds of infections tend to increase the risk of HIV infection in women, but this study was not designed to find out whether that indeed had happened. (San Francisco Chronicle)
More U.S. women using C-section Jan 29, 2008
30-day news archives. "And yet, the trend toward more elective Caesareans, performed upon maternal request, has not bypassed women in Brevard County, doctors say."Locally, we're no exception," said Dr. Javier Soto, an obstetrician/gynecologist with Wuesthoff's Partners in Women's Health."A lot of women elect to have these procedures for no obstetrical reason," he said. "They don't want to go through the pain and suffering of labor, or they think: 'Why do I need to go through labor, when I might... (Florida Today)
Study finds genetic link to human herpes susceptibility Jan 29, 2008
Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) is the primary cause of genital herpes, and infects an estimated 17 percent of the U.S. population or approximately 50 million people. Between 5 million and 10 million people in this group have recognized cases of genital herpes ... Finding a drug target to reduce the frequency of cold sores would be even more valuable if we could expand our study results to include genital herpes or herpes keratitis, Kriesel said, and thats something Id like to do. (EurekAlert!)
Can condoms prevent sexually transmitted infections other than HIV? Jan 25, 2008
Consistent condom use can reduce the spread of HIV, but are they the answer to rising rates of other sexually transmitted infections" Researchers debate the issue in this weeks BMJ. For people who are sexually active, condoms remain our best solution to reducing risks of acquiring sexually transmitted infections (if uninfected) or transmitting these infections (if infected), say Markus Steiner and Willard Cates of Family Health International. Despite some inconsistencies in the evidence,... (EurekAlert!)
Dating agency takes some sting out of having herpes Jan 24, 2008
But now a Sydney woman has set up an introduction agency exclusively for people with genital herpes and has more than 500 people on her books chasing love. Anne, who did not want her surname used, to protect her privacy, started Harmony Dating 10 months ago after contracting herpes simplex 1 from a sexual encounter with a man who had a history of cold sores. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
House votes to delay HPV vaccine requirement Jan 23, 2008
Merck officials say the vaccine protects against HPV, a sexually transmitted disease that causes 70 percent of all cervical cancer cases and 90 percent of genital herpes cases. The Gardasil vaccine is given in a series of three shots over a six-month period. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Herpes simplex Virus Infection Jan 21, 2008
There are two types of Herpex simplex virus, Herpes simplex virus Type-1, the cause of most recurrent oral herpes infections (cold sores), and Herpes simplex virus Type-2, the cause of most recurrent genital herpes infections. Approximately 30% of the adult population suffer from recurrent oral herpes infections, and 20% suffer from recurrent genital herpes infections ... Genital herpes (usually transmitted through oral sex or intercourse). (Suite101.com)
You do the math! Jan 16, 2008
5 stating that 50% of blacks have genital herpes yet 90% don t know it. Doesn t sound like everyone is disease free as they think they are. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Old balls to bounce again Jan 16, 2008
The practice of "teabagging" was banned by the NCAA in 1961 via a little-publicized rule change, in the midst of a horrific epidemic of genital herpes. By rule, Russell should have been immediately assessed a double-technical foul and ejected from the contest. (The Daily Princetonian, NJ)
Men, women and L-O-V-E Jan 9, 2008
Nearly 50% of blacks have genital herpes but 90% of em don t know it. I don t assume anyone is disease free anymore. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
18 comments Jan 8, 2008
Think of Democrats like you would think of genital herpes. They lay dormant for awhile, only to one day again rear their ugly heads to wreak major havoc on everyone they touch. (Human Events Online)
Sexually Transmitted Infections Jan 7, 2008
The major STIs include HIV/Aids, gonorrhoea, syphilis, chlamydia, genital herpes and genital warts ... It can cause miscarriage in pregnant women Genital warts - found on or around the penis, anus or vagina, caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus Genital herpes - a common ulcerative STI caused by herpes simplex virus ... The majority of people with genital herpes or warts experience mild and infrequent symptoms. (BBC News -- Health)
Chronic Inflammation Not Linked to Ovarian Cancer Jan 4, 2008
A history of genital herpes also not associated with an increased risk of ovarian cancer, Webb's team reports. As in other studies, a history of endometriosis nearly doubled the risk of endometrioid tumors and more than doubled the risk of clear-cell ovarian tumors. (MEDLINEplus)
Cats Claw - Alkaloid Benefits Dec 29, 2007
Studies have shown cat s claw may have positive effects on, and can boost the body's immune system to improve response to HIV, genital herpes, viral and respiratory infections. There are two primary species of cat's claw medicinal use: Uncaria tomentosa and Uncaria guianensis. (Suite101.com)
Learning How The Herpes Virus Invades Cells, Through Use Of Bimolecular Complementation Dec 14, 2007
16, 2006) A study by a Montana State University researcher suggests a new avenue for developing a vaccine against genital herpes and other diseases caused by herpes simplex. (Sep. (Science Daily)
Celibacy Blues Dec 4, 2007
One last thing, have you guys heard the radio commercials stating that almost 1 in 2 blacks are infected with genital herpes ... I m a black female, early 30 s, and I ve lived with genital herpes since my junior year of college, just over 12 years now ... I contracted genital herpes in college. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
St. Lucie sex-ed plan riles foes Dec 4, 2007
Condoms fail to protect 40% of the time for genital Herpes, 50% of the time for Syphilis and Chlamydia (the number one bacterial STD), nearly 100% of the time for HPV (the number one viral STD and the leading cause of cervical cancer which kills nearly 5,000 women per year). (See http://www. (The Palm Beach Post)
ViroPharma nets U.S., European orphan status for CMV drug Dec 3, 2007
Cytomegalovirus, or CMV, is a member of the herpes virus group that includes viruses that cause chicken pox, mononucleosis, cold sores and genital herpes. CMV has the ability to remain dormant in the body for long periods of time. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Health Fears Over Women's Sexual Habits Nov 29, 2007
Figures also show an alarming rise in genital herpes among girls aged 16 to 19 - up 16% between 2005 and 2006. Advertisement. (Sky News)
