Human herpes viruses (HHVs) refer to a group of eight DNA viruses that affect humans, known as HHV-1, HHV-2, HHV-3, HHV-4, HHV-5, HHV-6, HHV-7, and HHV-8. Although a considerable proportion of the human population is infected with one or more of these viruses, the social awareness and understanding of them are not enough, much less than that of some other equally prevalent pathogens. To protect yourself from these viruses, it's essential to acquire some knowledge of them.
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