Having herpes increases HIV transmission risk significantly. Learn why this connection exists, what it means for testing, and how antivirals reduce overall risk. Read More →
HSV and shingles are both herpes viruses but very different conditions. Learn how they differ in symptoms, transmission, testing, and treatment. Read More →
Scientists are actively working on a herpes cure. Learn about the most promising research directions including gene editing, vaccines, and what the timeline looks like. Read More →
There is no natural cure for herpes. Learn what home remedies can and can’t do, what actually reduces outbreaks, and what the research shows. Read More →
Once infected, the herpes virus stays in your body. Learn how HSV establishes latency, why it can’t be fully cleared, and what long-term management looks like. Read More →
Herpes has been with humans for millennia. Learn about the origins of HSV, how it spread historically, and what we know about its evolution. Read More →
How common is herpes? Learn current HSV-1 and HSV-2 prevalence statistics, who is most affected, and what the data says about testing rates. Read More →
Herpes is one of the most misunderstood STIs. We separate common myths from facts — covering transmission, testing, treatment, and what a diagnosis actually means. Read More →
Can having herpes weaken your immune system? Learn how HSV interacts with immune function and what this means for your long-term health. Read More →
There are multiple herpes viruses. Learn about HSV-1, HSV-2, and other herpes family viruses — how they differ, what they cause, and which ones require testing. Read More →