Herpes statistics

Here’s where you’ll find the latest herpes stigma survey, data, and statistics from mental health, to navigating dating and relationships, to how to support someone with herpes

hSV Survey Results

An infographic with a light grey brick wall as a background that explains stats for people testing positive for herpes: 62% had sex with a non-positive partner after diagnosis, 66% had non-positive partners consent to sex without barriers

Something Positive for Positive People conducted a pivotal survey involving 1,000+ people who tested positive for herpes. This herpes survey data provides a crucial glimpse into the experiences and challenges faced by the herpes community. Key areas covered include:

Resource Utilization: Insights into the most effective resources for those with herpes.
Testing Experiences: Personal accounts of getting tested, emphasizing the emotional and practical aspects.
Navigating Stigma: How individuals cope with and overcome the stigma associated with herpes.
Diagnosis Impact: The immediate and long-term effects of a herpes diagnosis on individuals' lives.
Discordant Dating Dynamics: Exploring the complexities of dating when one partner is herpes-positive and the other is not.
Mental Health: The mental health implications of living with herpes and strategies used for emotional well-being.

This survey offers invaluable information for healthcare providers, advocates, and individuals affected by herpes, shedding light on the community's needs and experiences. Browse our website to delve deeper into the survey findings and gain a better understanding of the herpes community.