A new study links cold sores to Alzheimer's, highlighting HSV-1's role. Women in particular could have a higher risk. Anti-herpetic drugs may reduce dementia chances.

A new study has found the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which causes cold sores, may be linked to the development of ...

The Herpes simplex virus hides in plain sight. For most, it’s a fleeting nuisance — a tingling lip, a blister, a cold sore.

HSV-1 infection may be linked to the risk for Alzheimer’s disease, but antiviral treatment may be protective, a large ...

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is associated with an increased risk for Alzheimer disease (AD) based on real-world data ...

Another study has added to the growing evidence linking the cold sore-causing herpes virus with Alzheimer’s disease. It also ...

The virus that causes cold sores is very common, but scientists say recent research should not be a cause for panic.

A large US case-control study found that people diagnosed with herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) had a higher risk of ...

Cold sores are difficult and uncomfortable to deal with. However, can they be a sign of something going worse with your ...

A common medicine used by millions could slash the risk of Alzheimer's as a new study strengthens the link between the cold ...

“Exposure to herpesviruses is likely to be associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia, and antiherpetic ...

Herpes transmission often occurs through unexpected pathways and in contexts where people typically feel safe from infection ...