EBV vaccine on the horizon

[MovingForward4423]

A vaccine has induced antibodies and other immune cells against the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) in mice. EBV can cause flu-like symptoms but is also increasingly being linked to multiple sclerosis

read more: newscientist.com/article/23...

[lexie]

When I got a comprehensive workup by my CLL Specialist it showed no antibodies to EBV. Since herpes viruses are tenacious I assume that means I've never had EBV or lost antibodies. I plan to inquire about this.

[country76]

Years ago I tested positive for Epstein Barr as did almost everyone in my department. I had mononucleosis when I was around 19 yo. I wonder if the vaccine would ck existing virus hiding out.