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Herpes
Herpes is a virus that carries a lot of stigma. While it is most often associated with genital herpes or cold sores (fever blisters), the herpes family actually consists of eight different viruses that affect humans.
Return of the Pox
A strong immune system can prevent a childhood virus from haunting you in adulthood. Shingles is yet another painful reason to keep our immune system healthy.
Shingles
A diagnosis of shingles is not something to take lightly. Your medical doctor will tell you that this stubborn virus can cause illness for up to three months and can cause blindness if it affects the eyes.