The new WHO estimates reveal that 1 in 5 individuals under 50 have genital herpes, with HSV-2 being the primary cause despite a rise in HSV-1 cases.
The majority of herpes cases go without symptoms, with genital ulcer disease manifesting as small red blisters. The report highlights the spread of HSV-2 globally.
According to the report, as of 2020, more than 519.5 million individuals globally are already infected with HSV-2, indicating a significant public health challenge.
A vaccine for herpes is crucial as the disease can affect individuals throughout their lives, and there is currently no cure available.
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