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herpes

[hur-peez] / ˈhɜr piz /




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At the same time, he has insisted that he is “strongly pro-vaccine” and previously advised Rational Vaccines, a controversial organization dedicated to combating the herpes virus.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

The vaccine protects against herpes zoster, a condition that causes a painful rash and can sometimes lead to long-lasting nerve pain.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

Additionally, the Safari Park has done extensive examination into the endotheliotropic herpes virus.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

These shoot a virus such as herpes into tumors, causing them to self-destruct.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025

Zoster, zos′tėr, n. an ancient Greek waist-belt for men: herpes zoster or shingles.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 4 of 4: S-Z and supplements) by Various




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