This high school biology and health resource explores herpes simplex virus (HSV), including how it infects the body, remains dormant in nerve cells, and periodically reactivates. Students examine viral biology, immune responses, and ongoing scientific efforts to develop treatments. Includes 20 discussion questionsEssay promptGuided essay with paragraph scaffoldingClassroom debate activityPrint-ready student worksheet formatGrades: 8–12 | Print-and-go