Genital Herpes Spread through Oral Sex (12 Sep 2001) Couples may not realise it but by having oral sex, when one of the partners has a cold sore, they risk transmitting the herpes simplex virus (HSV) to the genital area. Recent research shows that a significant proportion of genital herpes is caused in this way. [View full article] Shorter Course of Treatment for Recurrent Genital Herpes in USA (12 Sep 2001) A short course of therapy that will enable effective treatment of recurrent genital herpes in just 3 days, using the antiviral drug valaciclovir (Valtrex(R)), has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). [View full article] Emerging New Therapies for Genital Herpes (12 Sep 2001) While many people with genital herpes are happy with the safe and effective treatment available today, others are looking for something more: a cure or an effective vaccine, or form of therapy, which does not need to be taken daily for an extended period of time. A number of new therapies are currently in development. [View full article] International Herpes Week, 12-18 November 2001: 'Herpes? Be sure. Take control.' (12 Sep 2001) The theme for International Herpes Week 2001 will centre on the topics of diagnosis and getting tested. Patient advocacy groups from around the world will be conducting activities to raise awareness of genital herpes and encourage people who are concerned that they are at risk or have symptoms they are unsure of to get tested. [View full article]