A single kiss can prove deadly for newborns, as illustrated by the heartbreaking case of baby Breelyn, which underscores the severe dangers of neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection.

Born perfectly healthy, Breelyn contracted HSV-1 (the virus responsible for cold sores) at just two days old when someone with an active cold sore kissed her on the mouth. Newborns have immature immune systems that cannot effectively fight off such infections, allowing the virus to spread rapidly.

In Breelyn's case, it progressed to HSV encephalitis—a life-threatening inflammation of the brain—causing extensive damage: roughly 60% of the left hemisphere and 10% of the right were permanently affected. This led to ongoing seizures, profound developmental delays, and long-term neurological challenges.

Although her outlook was initially dire, Breelyn has demonstrated incredible strength and determination. Now older (reports from around 2024 describe her at age 8), she has learned to use a walker for mobility and expresses joy through smiles and other nonverbal communication, despite being unable to walk independently or speak. Her family continues to share her story publicly to raise awareness, emphasizing that neonatal herpes, though uncommon, can cause organ failure, severe brain injury, or even death in infants under one month old.

The key takeaway from Breelyn's experience is simple yet urgent: Never kiss a newborn if you have an active cold sore or any signs of oral herpes. What feels like a harmless gesture of love can have irreversible, lifelong consequences for a vulnerable baby. Medical experts and families affected by these cases strongly advise avoiding close facial contact with infants during the first weeks of life, especially from anyone with visible sores or a recent history of them. Early antiviral treatment can help if infection is caught quickly, but prevention remains the best protection.

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The U.S. is headed for a "serious recession" next year warns veteran Wall Street strategist David Rosenberg

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JUST IN: IRGC General says Trump and Netanyahu are now "trapped in a slaughterhouse" in the Persian Gulf

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10 days in - Operation Epic Fury delivering RESOUNDING success.

1. Destroy the Iranian regime's missiles

2. Annihilate their navy

3. Ensure terrorist proxies can no longer destabilize the world

4. Ensure Iran can NEVER obtain a nuclear weapon

AMERICAN DOMINANCE.

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Hey democrats …

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JUST IN: TRUMP IS TRYING TO CONTACT IRAN THROUGH INTERMEDIARIES TO FINISH THE WAR BUT IRAN REFUSES

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BREAKING: Multiple shots fired at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto, Canada.

Two people involved.

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Tucker on the school bombing in Iran:

"If you wake up in the morning and you're living in the kind of country that thinks it's okay to kill not simply military officers but their daughters, that country is not worth fighting for."

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Putin held a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

He reiterated Moscow’s position: the conflict must de-escalate immediately and return to a political solution.

Pezeshkian thanked Russia for its support (including humanitarian aid) the Kremlin said.

Hard to imagine Tehran is in a de-escalation mood right now.

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BREAKING: US oil prices fall over -16% on the day and officially drop below $80/barrel.

Geopolitical risk premiums are being rapidly priced-out.

The oil market says the war is ending.

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USAF B-1B Lancer “Symphony of Destruction” taking off from England on an Iran strike mission this afternoon

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