Facial herpes: First kisses may have helped spread cold sore virus - The Citizen

Scientists recently presented their findings after tracing the genetic history of HSV-1 - the virus behind facial herpes.

The modern strain of the herpes virus that causes cold sores has been traced back to around 5,000 years ago, with researchers suggesting its spread could have been propelled by the emergence of kissi… [+3300 chars]

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