Question:
Are we allowed to give blood? I went through the website questions and it seems like it's okay but it seems unusual for a virus that will always exist in the bloodstream. It asks about active coldsores but that's all.

Answer:
My local blood bank will let you donate even with Herpes regardless of the type.

Yep it surprised me.

Answer:
the virus isnt in the blood stream. its in the nervous system> and travels the nerves during a outbreak, thats why you get a tingle or a sensation.