Researchers have found evidence suggesting that a direct Homo ancestor, the Homo habilis, may have contracted genital herpes from ancient chimpanzees by butchering and consuming meat. As of 2012, about 417 million people globally live with the infection.

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Researchers have found evidence suggesting that a direct Homo ancestor, the Homo habilis, may have contracted genital herpes from ancient chimpanzees by butchering and consuming meat. As of 2012, about 417 million people globally live with the infection.