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The Viral Link: Do Antivirals Prevent Alzheimer's?

5 min read
Affecting over 7 million Americans aged 65 and older, Alzheimer's disease is a growing crisis [1.7.4]. An emerging line of research investigates a compelling question: do antivirals prevent Alzheimer's by targeting latent viruses in the brain?

Understanding What Medication is Used for HSV-1: A Guide to Antiviral Treatments and Pharmacology

4 min read
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 3.7 billion people under age 50 have herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) globally. For individuals with symptomatic infections, understanding what medication is used for HSV-1 is crucial for effectively managing outbreaks and controlling the virus. Antiviral drugs can provide significant relief, decrease healing time, and reduce the frequency of recurrences.