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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Oral Herpes
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Oral herpes can be passed from person to person. Someone with oral herpes should not share lipstick, utensils, or drinks with others. Touching and kissing can also spread the virus.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Oral herpes causes no serious long-term effects. The virus will stay in the person's body indefinitely.
What are the risks to others?
Oral herpes can be spread from person to person much like a cold or flu. Sores also can be spread to other parts of the body such as fingers or eyes. Sometimes sores can also spread to the genitals.