Why Are People FREAKED OUT About Herpes

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Want to know where the stigma comes from and what you can do about it?

In this episode, Cat Dupree breaks down how herpes became the most judged and misunderstood STI of all time. From the infamous 1982 TIME Magazine cover to the rise of stigma-fueled media, she unpacks where all the shame started, what the science actually says, and how to finally let go of the fear.

If you're living with HSV1 or HSV2 or just want to understand the truth beyond the headlines, this one’s for you.

✅ How TIME Magazine helped create the shame around herpes
✅ How antivirals like Acyclovir and Valacyclovir reduce outbreaks and transmission
✅ How it went from a virus to a public punchline
✅ Why stigma still exists even though it's common and manageable
✅ What we all can do to break the silence—and the shame—for good

By the end of this episode, you’ll know the truth about herpes, the stigma, and why the real problem isn’t the virus—it’s the silence around it.

In this episode 👇🏻
00:00 Intro
00:23 Welcome
01:09 How Long Herpes Has Been Around
02:19 Where Does the Sigma Come From
05:04 Treatment Is a Game Changer
07:21 Why are People so Afraid of Herpes
09:25 Herpes Doesn’t Define You
12:17: Closing

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