Why study HHV-8?
Because it has only been about five years since Human Herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8) was first discovered, there are many things that are unknown about the virus. Perhaps the most important questions is how the virus is transmitted and why men who have sex with men are at such high risk. Until we understand the route of transmission, we will not be able to counsel people on how to protect themselves. Another question is about what sorts of symptoms or illnesses HHV-8 may cause in persons when they are first infected. For more information on this herpesvirus, explore our HHV-8 fact sheet.

What does the study involve?
The HHV-8 study is a sub-study of Project Explore. Explore participants are asked if they want to be involved in the HHV-8 study when they come in for their 6 or 12 month follow-up visits. The HHV-8 study involves using a blood test for antibodies against HHV-8 to identify who is infected with HHV-8. We also ask for participants to fill out a brief extra questionnaire that may help us learn more about HHV-8. It is optional whether Explore participants get involved with the study on HHV-8.

How can I get more information?
If you have further questions about this or any of our research studies, feel free to contact us.

Only Explore participants are eligible to participate in the HHV-8 study. If you are not in the Explore study, but you are interested in participating in HIV prevention research, please explore our research page that lists studies that we are currently enrolling for.

Thank You
to all of our
Project Explore and HHV-8 Study
Volunteers!

 
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