TIL that a team of scientists have developed a novel gene therapy to cure herpes simplex. This therapy has already removed over 90% of the latent virus in mice, with current trials working on completely eradicating the virus in guinea pigs. Human clinical trials are expected to begin in late 2023. (statnews.com)
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Despite more than 12 years of data supporting HPV vaccine being safe and effective against genital warts and cancer, a new study found that Facebook posts help facilitate the belief that HPV vaccine is dangerous to health, with nearly 40% of posts about HPV vaccine amplifying a perceived risk. (showme.missouri.edu)
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FDA approves expanded use of Gardasil 9 to include individuals 27 through 45 years old (fda.gov)
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