Herpes Resource Center's 25th Anniversary
The Herpes Resource Center (HRC) recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. The HRC focuses on increasing education, public awareness, and support to anyone concerned about herpes. The HRC has helped millions of people since 1979 through its services, such as the National Herpes Hotline, the Herpes Chat Room, and the HSVnet Email Response Service. For more information, click here.>> (PDF file, 1411K)

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Individuals With Herpes Can Donate Blood
According to the American Red Cross, individuals taking antiviral medication (acyclovir, valacyclovir, famciclovir) for any reason will need to wait 48 hours after their last dose before donating blood. The American Red Cross also defers individuals who are currently experiencing an outbreak of oral herpes ("cold sores") or genital herpes to not donate blood.

If you have any further questions regarding blood donations or want to find a location in your area where you can donate blood, please contact the American Red Cross at www.redcross.org or 1-800-GIVE-LIFE.