October 2024

Herpes simplex virus (HSV), a common sexually transmitted infection (STI), affects millions of people worldwide, including a significant portion of the LGBTQ+ community. According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 6 people aged 14 to 49 in the U.S. have genital herpes, with higher rates reported in LGBTQ+ populations. As conversations around sexual health and […]

Experiencing a first herpes outbreak can be overwhelming and confusing, especially with the stigma and misinformation surrounding the condition. Genital herpes, caused primarily by the herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) and sometimes by type 1 (HSV-1), is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that over […]