Certain Infections Associated with Higher Rates of Parkinson Disease
Certain viral and bacterial infections are associated with higher rates of Parkinson disease.
Herpes Simplex Virus
Tenofovir Gel Reduces Risk for Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 Acquisition
Among tenofovir gel users, detection of plasma tenofovir may be associated with a reduced risk for herpes simplex virus type 2.
Valacyclovir Fails to Treat Herpes Simplex Virus-Type 1 in Schizophrenia
Valacyclovir was not efficacious in the study, perhaps because HSV-1 was in the dormant, nonactivated state and therefore non-responsive to valacyclovir effects.
Robust Immune Responses for Herpes Zoster Subunit Vaccine
Humoral response seen for 97.8% of HZ/su vaccine recipients vs 2% of placebo.
HSV-1 and HSV-2 Seroprevalence Among Pregnant Women in the United States
Further investigation into new strategies to prevent herpes simplex virus (HSV) acquisition in pregnant women and to prevent HSV transmission from mother to neonate are warranted.
Antiherpetic Medications May Reduce Risk for Dementia
Patients with herpes simplex virus infections may have a 2.56-fold increased risk for developing dementia, and using antiherpetic medications may decrease dementia risk.
CDC Reports on Latest Estimates of HSV-1, HSV-2 Prevalence in the United States
CDC publishes the latest estimates of HSV-1, HSV-2 prevalence in the United States.
Neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus Uncommon After Meningitis Evaluation
Young infants assessed for central nervous system infection rarely have herpes simplex virus.
HSV-2 Infection May Increase Risk of HIV Acquisition
A systematic review analyzed whether infection with HSV-2 increases risk of HIV acquisition.
Herpes Zoster Risk Greatly Increased in Psoriasis
An increased risk of herpes zoster was found in women, elderly patients, and patients with psoriasis.
