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Is a Cure for Herpes on the Horizon
by healthgal
Monday, July 07, 2008
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have now figured out how the HSV1 - the cause of cold sores - manages to hide out. Apparently they lie dormant in the trigeminal nerve of the face until they are triggered by excessive sunlight, a fever or other stresses.

Well now that scientists are beginning to understand how the virus switches back and forth from dormant to active phase, and this could lead to a cure. When the virus gets stimulated it creates new molecular material (RNA) and replicates and then goes out on its so-called "new mission" - hence the cold sores. If scientists can create a drug that binds to the RNA and stimulates the replication, you essentially activate the virus and then kill the virus by having the patient take acyclovir




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We salute fathers.. Happy Father's Day!

May is Mental Health Month

Mental Health America.net is stating that this year’s observance is “Get Connected.” There are many ways of creating connections that support mental health.



The American Social Health Association:

There are nearly 19 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S. each year, but obvious symptoms often don’t develop and many people who contract an STD are unaware they and there partners are at risk. With this in mind the American Social Health Association (ASHA) recognizes April as National STD Awareness Month, and emphasizes testing as a key component for sexual health.

Here is their link: American Social Health

Find the person you click with at IclickU!

Having H we all share the common concerns:
1. How do I tell my partner I have Herpes or HPV? Should I only date other people with Herpes or HPV?
2. Can I transmit the Herpes virsus or genital warts to my partner?
3. When do I tell the person I am dating that I have Herpes or HPV?
4. Is oral sex okay?
5. How do I deal with my own self-esteem and self image?
6. Should I share my herpes or HPV diagnosis with my friends and family?
7. Can I have children?
8. How often will I have an outbreak? How long will they last?
9. Is there a cure for HSV (herpes) or HPV?
10. What treatment works best?

Check out the article in the forum: How To Tell Your Partner (you have herpes)....

While IclickU does not have all the answers, you are welcome to share your thoughts about dating, marriage, and children. We will provide you with support, laughter, and friendship.

Post created: Jan 21, 08:34 | Updated Jul 08, 14:25


January 13, 2008

Thanks to everyone for making the Las Vegas Gathering Fun and Friendly! Enjoyed meeting all of you and making new friends. That is what this is all about!


January 10, 2008

We would like to welcome you to Iclicku.com a new singles social and dating site for people to gather and search for information, support, friendships, and romance about Herpes and HPV . Meet new people and make friends.

We also have informative resources to help educate you and the public about being infected with HSV-1, HSV-2, and HPV. You do not have to have the Herpes virus or genital warts to be on our site if you need information or support for a significant other or yourself.

Dating is a challenge especially if you have been diagnosed with Genital herpes, Oral herpes, Genital Warts, and HPV. We are here to help make dating a little easier. So many people with herpes and HPV dread “the talk” and telling their friends, partners, and lovers about being infected. Some are even scared to date again. We are here to tell you that life with Herpes and HPV moves on.

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 out of 5 American teenagers and adults is infected with genital herpes. Women are more commonly infected than men. In the United States, 1 out of 4 women has herpes. Genital HPV infection is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Human papillomavirus is the name of a group of viruses that includes more than 100 different strains or types.

Iclicku provides a supportive social and dating site to meet new friends with Herpes and HPV. Come inside and join us.

Site Features Include:

Instant Messaging --

You can instant message someone online. Look for future updates.

Private Mailboxes

Mailboxes located on site. You are notified when someone has sent you mail.

Chat Room

Video/Audio Chat room.
Requires flash 9,works best with IE 7 or firefox. You do not need a webcam to use chat. Any difficulties logging on, please contact us.

Who's Online Feature

Upload Photos -- you can upload multiple photos

Upload Media/Video -- record your own video or upload your fav video

Build HTML Profiles -- make your own profile page unique

Profile Searches

Forums

Blogs

Network Friends -- friends can leave comments on your profile

And More

Post created: Jul 16, 2007 | Updated Jan 21, 08:18