Herpes (journal)
Herpes is a peer-reviewed medical journal published by the International Herpes Management Forum (IHMF). It covers a broad range of topics related to herpesviruses and the diseases they cause. These include herpes simplex virus (HSV), varicella-zoster virus (VZV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6), human herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7), and Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV/HHV-8).
The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, case reports, and editorials. Its focus areas include the virology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of herpesvirus infections. Specifically, it covers topics such as:
- Antiviral therapies for herpes infections
- Vaccine development and evaluation
- Herpesvirus immunology
- The impact of herpesviruses on immunocompromised individuals
- Neonatal herpes infections
- Genital herpes
- Shingles (herpes zoster)
- Herpes simplex keratitis
- Epstein-Barr virus-related cancers
- Cytomegalovirus disease in transplant recipients
Herpes is intended for clinicians, researchers, and other healthcare professionals who are involved in the management of herpesvirus infections. The journal aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of new knowledge and best practices in the field of herpesvirology. The journal's editorial board consists of experts in the field, ensuring the quality and relevance of published articles. The impact factor of the journal is an important metric in evaluating its influence within the scientific community.