Herpes: Fact or Fiction

Sorting herpes facts from fiction online can be tough—we’re here to help. This STI Awareness Week, get real info that cuts through the noise.

Knowledge fights stigma & helps with prevention.

Fact or Fiction? Only people who have many sex partners get herpes.

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Fact or Fiction? You can only spread herpes if you have symptoms.

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Fact or Fiction? You can get herpes from a toilet street.

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Fact or Fiction? Cold sores are herpes.

Fact or Fiction? If you use a condom, you cannot get herpes.

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Fact or Fiction? Herpes is not included on STI testing panels in doctors’ office.

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Fact or Fiction? There is a cure for herpes.

We’re incredibly grateful to our advocates for standing with us in truth—your commitment to spreading correct information empowers others and moves us closer to a future where herpes is understood and addressed with compassion and science.