Herpes Virus Linked to Alzheimer’s Development in Old Age. Experts explain the connection—and if it’s something you should worry about. By Kayla Blanton Published: Jun 09, 2025 8:30 AM EDT.

Research reveals how herpes simplex virus-1 may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease, offering new insights into the disease’s progression.

Herpes virus might drive Alzheimer's pathology. ScienceDaily. Retrieved June 11, 2025 from www.sciencedaily.com / releases / 2025 / 01 / 250102162457.htm. University of Pittsburgh.

A recent study highlights the growing evidence linking the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) with Alzheimer’s disease, showing that antiviral medications reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by 17%.

Widespread Reach of Herpes Virus Raises Concern . A variety of infectious agents have been suspected to contribute to Alzheimer's disease, with herpes simplex virus 1 being the most thoroughly ...

Of the groups studied, 1,507 people with Alzheimer’s also had herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which is the most common cause of cold sores. Only 823 people in the control group had HSV-1.

Could common viruses silently influence your brain health? Discover what new research reveals about herpes and dementia.

A large US case-control study found that people diagnosed with herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) had a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Use of antiherpetic medications was ...

PITTSBURGH — Scientists have long wondered about the mysterious origins of Alzheimer’s disease, ... the common herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), better known as the virus that causes cold ...

New research has discovered that the Herpes virus actually takes control of key RNA functionality and changes human DNA in ...

Herpes simplex virus 1 DNA has been detected in Alzheimer’s disease brain plaques, and individuals carrying the ApoE ε4 gene variant — the most common genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s ...