In a recent interview, we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. John Martin, an experienced OBGYN, who shared valuable insights about herpes, its impact on pregnancy, and how individuals can navigate this diagnosis. Join us as we delve into the conversation and gain a better understanding of herpes from a medical professional's perspective.

In a recent interview, we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. John Martin, an experienced OBGYN, who shared valuable insights about herpes, its impact on pregnancy, and how individuals can navigate this diagnosis. Join us as we delve into the conversation and gain a better understanding of herpes from a medical professional's perspective.

Understanding Herpes: Insights from an OBGYN

Finding out you have herpes can be a difficult and isolating experience. When Alexandra, the founder of The Secret Society was first diagnosed, she felt alone and without support. That's why she created The Secret Society, an online support group for people living with herpes.

Finding out you have herpes can be a difficult and isolating experience. When Alexandra, the founder of The Secret Society was first diagnosed, she felt alone and without support. That's why she created The Secret Society, an online support group for people living with herpes.

The Secret Society: An Online Support Group for Herpes Community

 Coach Sarah Joy helps women with thyroid conditions find their root causes. She got herpes, was diagnosed with Hashimoto's and Epstein–Barr. After years of dealing with symptoms, exhaustion, fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, muscle weakness, panic attacks, brittle hair and nails, hair loss, food intolerances, bloating and pain after I ate, heart pain, palpitations, brain fog, memory loss, constipation, intolerances to the weather, seasonal or environmental allergies, and more, she managed to get her health back after years of dealing with the symptoms.

Coach Sarah Joy helps women with thyroid conditions find their root causes. She got herpes, was diagnosed with Hashimoto's and Epstein–Barr. After years of dealing with symptoms, exhaustion, fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, muscle weakness, panic attacks, brittle hair and nails, hair loss, food intolerances, bloating and pain after I ate, heart pain, palpitations, brain fog, memory loss, constipation, intolerances to the weather, seasonal or environmental allergies, and more, she managed to get her health back after years of dealing with the symptoms.

Thyroid Disease, Herpes and Epstein–Barr - Gain Back Your Health with Coach Sarah Joy

When we are in a relationship there is acceptance on both sides. We think that herpes is the only thing that has to be accepted. But we are also going to be accepting my flaws and a herpes diagnosis.

When we are in a relationship there is acceptance on both sides. We think that herpes is the only thing that has to be accepted. But we are also going to be accepting my flaws and a herpes diagnosis.

Accepting My Flaws and a Herpes Diagnosis - There Is More than Just Herpes

These wellness products are made to fight herpes outbreaks. We created them especially for people living with herpes, who want to deal with their outbreaks in a more natural ways. They can also be used to support your body when you're on antivirals. Overall, they took about a year to get formulated and I'm so exited to share them with you!

These wellness products are made to fight herpes outbreaks. We created them especially for people living with herpes, who want to deal with their outbreaks in a more natural ways. They can also be used to support your body when you're on antivirals. Overall, they took about a year to get formulated and I'm so exited to share them with you!

Wellness Products for Herpes Outbreak

If you were just diagnosed with herpes, you're probably freaking out and don't know where to go or turn to. I hope this video sheds some light on the topic you're interested in, how to go on, and where to search for information.

If you were just diagnosed with herpes, you're probably freaking out and don't know where to go or turn to. I hope this video sheds some light on the topic you're interested in, how to go on, and where to search for information.

What to Do If You Were Just Diagnosed with Genital Herpes

There's a preconceived notion in many of us that being promiscuous will definitely get you herpes. If you will not sleep around, or not sleep with 'those people', or always do things the right way, there's no way you're going to get herpes. I also thought I'm that person.

There's a preconceived notion in many of us that being promiscuous will definitely get you herpes. If you will not sleep around, or not sleep with 'those people', or always do things the right way, there's no way you're going to get herpes. I also thought I'm that person.

Being Promiscuous Will Get You a Herpes Diagnosis

 Sometimes people think it's easier to get diagnosed later in life, and other times, people think it's easier when we're younger and we can deal with it easier. The truth is, there's never a good time to get diagnosed and it can always be hard to deal with outbreaks and disclose to our partners, when dating seems so far away.

Sometimes people think it's easier to get diagnosed later in life, and other times, people think it's easier when we're younger and we can deal with it easier. The truth is, there's never a good time to get diagnosed and it can always be hard to deal with outbreaks and disclose to our partners, when dating seems so far away.

Being Diagnosed with Herpes Later in Life

Alexandra Harbushka

According to Oxford's dictionary the definition of asymptomatic is, "(of a condition or a person) producing or showing no symptoms." So what this means for someone living with herpes is, they have herpes but don't have any symptoms. They don't get outbreaks, they don't have tingles, they don't get itchy, they don't have any sensation or clue that they have herpes.

According to Oxford's dictionary the definition of asymptomatic is, "(of a condition or a person) producing or showing no symptoms." So what this means for someone living with herpes is, they have herpes but don't have any symptoms. They don't get outbreaks, they don't have tingles, they don't get itchy, they don't have any sensation or clue that they have herpes.

Asymptomatic and Living with Herpes with Alexandra Harbushka

There are 4 common areas where the HSV1 or HSV2 virus can go; oral, genital, on your hands and in your eyes.

There are 4 common areas where the HSV1 or HSV2 virus can go; oral, genital, on your hands and in your eyes.

Is Herpes Always Genital or Oral with Alexandra Harbushka

The Life With Herpes Podcast is created to educate, entertain and connect the underserved and, often ostracized, community of people living with herpes. Each week, Life With Herpes the show focuses on personal stories, managing day to day life with herpes, a weekly Ask Alexandra section, and weekly interviews with medical or industry professionals.  We will cover things ranging from the stigma, how to cope and the hard core facts about herpes.  The show will help people with the virus understand it and learn how to survive their outbreaks.

Love this podcast so far. My question is where I can send in personal questions? Someone lmk !

Question & review

Fantastic for those of us affected.  Thanks for giving us a voice Alexandra!

Great Cast!

Life With Herpes

In the Life With Herpes community, the number one question I get has to do with dating. The questions range from will I ever date again, will anyone ever love me, how do I tell my partner and anything in between.  So here’s the answers….Yes, you’ll date. Yes, you’ll find love. Yes you’ll get the courage to tell the cute person your dating. And Yes you’ll have sex again!!! PROMISE! There’s good news when it comes to dating with herpes. I’m being serious.   The good news is you now are in control of your sexual health. I’ll speak for myself but I’m guessing you’ll fall into this category too. So before being diagnosed with herpes, I knew what herpes was and I knew about STD’s. I was very educated in this because I taught for planned parenthood.However,  even though I knew everything I still believed that I was immune to everything because I’d never sleep with anyone who had anything. I believe I’d just know by looking at them. Feel free in insert an eye roll right now! Because we have herpes it’s our wakeup call to be in control. I see it time and time again where people didn’t ask their partner about their sexual health or they didn’t use protection because they were like me and thought it’d never happen to them.  Or it was an uncomfortable conversation so they didn’t have it. As we know its all BS!!!!! I’m guessing these things didn’t happen because you were either insecure or trusted that person. And trust me I’m 100% guilty of both things.  Like I mentioned earlier I never thought I’d get any type of STD because I would never sleep with anyone dirty or slimy that had it.What a Pollyanna move.  All that needed to happen was to have a conversation. All that needed to happen was standing up for my health and lay out my requirements for a safe sexual relationship. Please keep in mind that my requirements may be totally different from your’s and that’s awesome. What needs to happend is to have them and stick to them.  Here’s what you need to do… Have the sex talk! It’s as simple and as difficult as that! Have the sex talk prior to having sex with a new partner or a blast from the past. Just because you already slept with someone 6 months ago doesn’t mean that you’re still in the safe zone.  Personally I’d sit down and decide what you feel comfortable with. Some questions to ask yourself are; do you want your sexual relationship to be monogamous or are you both exploring other options. Is the sex just causal or are you looking for a more serious commitment. Don’t be afraid to stand up for what you feel you deserve and want.  Then when you’ve decided what you want from the relationship its a great way to open the conversation about sex. Bring up that you like them and you want to take this to the next level, so it’s important to have a conversation about it.  At this point I’d ask my partner to have an STD test done before getting naked with them. Even if we’re planning to use a condom. Why go to that measure? Because sometimes people don’t know they have an infection, let’s face it people lie and condoms only work 30-50% of the time. So...why take the risk. Your health and well being is way to important.  If you don’t stand up for yourself then nobody else will.  Sex can still be fun and spontaneous and hot!!! What makes it even better is knowing that you both are being safe and are being responsible.  Let me know your thoughts and let me know how you proceed. Watch Life With Herpes  Listen To Life With Herpes   Life With Herpes Details:  Join the Secret Society  HerpAlert (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off) Shop the LWH Essentials Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm     Oh yea, remember to subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.    Xoxo, Alexandra  Just in case… Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit: Need to talk confidentially about herpes?  Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials   Are you social?  Instagram Facebook

In the Life With Herpes community, the number one question I get has to do with dating. The questions range from will I ever date again, will anyone ever love me, how do I tell my partner and anything in between.  So here’s the answers….Yes, you’ll date. Yes, you’ll find love. Yes you’ll get the courage to tell the cute person your dating. And Yes you’ll have sex again!!! PROMISE! There’s good news when it comes to dating with herpes. I’m being serious.   The good news is you now are in control of your sexual health. I’ll speak for myself but I’m guessing you’ll fall into this category too. So before being diagnosed with herpes, I knew what herpes was and I knew about STD’s. I was very educated in this because I taught for planned parenthood.However,  even though I knew everything I still believed that I was immune to everything because I’d never sleep with anyone who had anything. I believe I’d just know by looking at them. Feel free in insert an eye roll right now! Because we have herpes it’s our wakeup call to be in control. I see it time and time again where people didn’t ask their partner about their sexual health or they didn’t use protection because they were like me and thought it’d never happen to them.  Or it was an uncomfortable conversation so they didn’t have it. As we know its all BS!!!!! I’m guessing these things didn’t happen because you were either insecure or trusted that person. And trust me I’m 100% guilty of both things.  Like I mentioned earlier I never thought I’d get any type of STD because I would never sleep with anyone dirty or slimy that had it.What a Pollyanna move.  All that needed to happen was to have a conversation. All that needed to happen was standing up for my health and lay out my requirements for a safe sexual relationship. Please keep in mind that my requirements may be totally different from your’s and that’s awesome. What needs to happend is to have them and stick to them.  Here’s what you need to do… Have the sex talk! It’s as simple and as difficult as that! Have the sex talk prior to having sex with a new partner or a blast from the past. Just because you already slept with someone 6 months ago doesn’t mean that you’re still in the safe zone.  Personally I’d sit down and decide what you feel comfortable with. Some questions to ask yourself are; do you want your sexual relationship to be monogamous or are you both exploring other options. Is the sex just causal or are you looking for a more serious commitment. Don’t be afraid to stand up for what you feel you deserve and want.  Then when you’ve decided what you want from the relationship its a great way to open the conversation about sex. Bring up that you like them and you want to take this to the next level, so it’s important to have a conversation about it.  At this point I’d ask my partner to have an STD test done before getting naked with them. Even if we’re planning to use a condom. Why go to that measure? Because sometimes people don’t know they have an infection, let’s face it people lie and condoms only work 30-50% of the time. So...why take the risk. Your health and well being is way to important.  If you don’t stand up for yourself then nobody else will.  Sex can still be fun and spontaneous and hot!!! What makes it even better is knowing that you both are being safe and are being responsible.  Let me know your thoughts and let me know how you proceed. Watch Life With Herpes Listen To Life With Herpes Life With Herpes Details: <ul> <li><a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the Secret Society</a> </li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/herpalertdiagnosis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HerpAlert</a> (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off)</li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the LWH Essentials</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/sslipbalm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm </a></li> </ul> Oh yea, remember to <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/application" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter</a> and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra Just in case… <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/herpes-outbreak-toolkit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit</a>: <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/emergencycall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Need to talk confidentially about herpes?</a> <a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials</a> Are you social?  <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alexandraharbushka" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/lifewithherpespodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

How Do I Date with Herpes? 

The quick answer is no! You can absolulty have unprotected sex even if you have herpes. Before we dive deep and go into explanation on this let’s talk about how this is a huge myth and is one of the drivers for the stigma. When we are diagnosed and told that we have herpes we automatically think that we’re going to be forced to use condoms for the rest of our lives, even when we’re married. Yuck! And this is not true. Yes, condoms are great! They do a great job at preventing pregnancy and they do an okay job at preventing the transmission of herpes. Condoms definitely have their pros and thank goodness we have them. But let’s face it, there comes a time in a relationship when you don’t want to “have to” use one. I get it.  Here’s the deal with condoms. Like I mentioned before they are great at preventing pregnancy in fact they’re  98% effective when used correctly. And when it comes to preventing herpes transmission they are  30-50% effective when used correctly. So this great news but it also explains why if you always used a condom why you still got herpes. Condoms don’t cover all of the body parts. I mean you’re pretty exposed still and herpes doesn’t just show up in the areas that are covered by the condom. Herpes can be on a mans scrotum, at the base where the condom doesn’t cover or in any area around the genital region. Same thing for women, herpes is not just in the vaginal canal or around the opening. It can be anyplace in her genital region.  The best method out there for reducing the risk of transmission is actually when the person who’s infected takes the antiviral. Yep, the antiviral cuts down on transmission by 48%. This is far more effective than a condom because the antiviral keeps the herpes virus dormant in your system.  So, what this boils down to and what this means in reducing the risk of transmission is you need to have a conversation with your partner about having herpes. They need to know and they need to make their own decision about when the condom comes off. Really this conversation needs to be had with our without herpes  but we’re specifically talking about herpes. You and your partner need to talk about what precautions you’re going to take to reduce the transmission and what you both feel comfortable with.  Go out there have fun and talk to your partner!!! Life With Herpes Details:  Join the Secret Society  HerpAlert (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off) Shop the LWH Essentials Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm     Oh yea, remember to subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.    Xoxo, Alexandra   Just in case… Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit: Need to talk confidentially about herpes?  Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials Are you social?  Instagram Facebook

The quick answer is no! You can absolulty have unprotected sex even if you have herpes. Before we dive deep and go into explanation on this let’s talk about how this is a huge myth and is one of the drivers for the stigma. When we are diagnosed and told that we have herpes we automatically think that we’re going to be forced to use condoms for the rest of our lives, even when we’re married. Yuck! And this is not true. Yes, condoms are great! They do a great job at preventing pregnancy and they do an okay job at preventing the transmission of herpes. Condoms definitely have their pros and thank goodness we have them. But let’s face it, there comes a time in a relationship when you don’t want to “have to” use one. I get it.  Here’s the deal with condoms. Like I mentioned before they are great at preventing pregnancy in fact they’re <a href="https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/condom/how-effective-are-condoms" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 98% effective</a> when used correctly. And when it comes to preventing herpes transmission they are <a href="https://www.webmd.com/genital-herpes/news/20090713/condoms-help-cut-risk-of-genital-herpes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 30-50% effective</a> when used correctly. So this great news but it also explains why if you always used a condom why you still got herpes. Condoms don’t cover all of the body parts. I mean you’re pretty exposed still and herpes doesn’t just show up in the areas that are covered by the condom. Herpes can be on a mans scrotum, at the base where the condom doesn’t cover or in any area around the genital region. Same thing for women, herpes is not just in the vaginal canal or around the opening. It can be anyplace in her genital region.  The best method out there for reducing the risk of transmission is actually when the person who’s infected takes the antiviral. Yep, the antiviral cuts down on <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16238897" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">transmission by 48%</a>. This is far more effective than a condom because the antiviral keeps the herpes virus dormant in your system.  So, what this boils down to and what this means in reducing the risk of transmission is you need to have a conversation with your partner about having herpes. They need to know and they need to make their own decision about when the condom comes off. Really this conversation needs to be had with our without herpes  but we’re specifically talking about herpes. You and your partner need to talk about what precautions you’re going to take to reduce the transmission and what you both feel comfortable with.  Go out there have fun and talk to your partner!!! Life With Herpes Details: <ul> <li><a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the Secret Society</a> </li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/herpalertdiagnosis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HerpAlert</a> (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off)</li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the LWH Essentials</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/sslipbalm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm </a></li> </ul> Oh yea, remember to <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/application" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter</a> and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra Just in case… <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/herpes-outbreak-toolkit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit</a>: <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/emergencycall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Need to talk confidentially about herpes?</a> <a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials</a> Are you social?  <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alexandraharbushka" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/lifewithherpespodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

Can You Have Unprotected Sex with Herpes?

Ok, great news,  HerpAlert has some exciting new features and I can’t wait to share them with you all. As you know I absolutely love saying the name HerpAlert! But a quick refresher on HerpAlert in case you missed it or are new to the Life With Herpes community, HerpAlert’s an online herpes diagnosis and treatment resource. So if you’re wondering if you have herpes and want a clinical diagnosis ASAP you’d want to go to HerpAlert.com and fill out your symptoms, upload a picture of the infection and boom a doctor will be in touch with you within the hour. I dedicated an entire episode to this a while back so you can go here to reference it if you have any questions. Oh and use the promo code: lifewithherpes to save 10% on your treatment. So the new cool feature HerpAlert’s come out with is an easy one-stop place for us folks living with herpes.  Have you ever been in the situation where you got an outbreak and didn’t have your antiviral? Yep, me too. So then you immediately call your pharmacy to refill the prescription ASAP so your outbreak doesn’t get worse and then you hear on the other line, “we're sorry you’re out of refills.” Ok so then the next step is call your doctor, wait on hold, talk to the receptionist who takes a message, the message then goes to the bottom of the pile on your doctor’s desk and you get a call back 4 days later from the scheduling office letting you know that your doctor wants you to come in so he or she can see you to refill your prescription. So now you’re like WTF… I have a full blown outbreak and I need this medicine now!  Sound familiar? Yep, we’ve all been there. So here’s how HerpAlert’s solved this problem and made it easy for you and me.  They now offer a monthly service where you can log back into your safe and secure member portal and update any changes that may have happened since your last refill and boom...a HerpAlert doctor will review your symptoms and refill your prescription within the hour! This is super cool and super helpful because if you’re like me you don’t have the time nor do you want the headache of scheduling your appointment, then going in for your doctors visit and then waiting for your prescription to be filled. I mean that’s a ton of extra time wasted and you could be on the road to recovery. Here’s a quick download of the HerpAlert monthly subscription benefits:  Your convenience and your time You are a top priority to the HerpAlert doctors Get your prescription refilled within 1 hour Only one stop to pick up your prescription  You get to connect with your HerpAlert doctor monthly and update them on any changes in your life  Alright so as you can see this is a miracle for us busy people with herpes. Just think about the ability to be able to connect with a doctor on your time and get the herpes treatment you need and want. Oh and I forgot to mention this monthly subscription is just $29 a month. Ok so go here to learn more and join. 

Ok, great news,  HerpAlert has some exciting new features and I can’t wait to share them with you all. As you know I absolutely love saying the name HerpAlert! But a quick refresher on HerpAlert in case you missed it or are new to the Life With Herpes community, HerpAlert’s an online herpes diagnosis and treatment resource. So if you’re wondering if you have herpes and want a clinical diagnosis ASAP you’d want to go to <a href="https://herpalert.com/diagnosis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HerpAlert.com</a> and fill out your symptoms, upload a picture of the infection and boom a doctor will be in touch with you within the hour. I dedicated an entire episode to this a while back so <a href="https://www.lifewithherpes.com/blog/17804-wondering-if-its-herpes-heres-how-you" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">you can go here to reference</a> it if you have any questions. Oh and use the promo code: lifewithherpes to save 10% on your treatment. So the new cool feature HerpAlert’s come out with is an easy one-stop place for us folks living with herpes.  Have you ever been in the situation where you got an outbreak and didn’t have your antiviral? Yep, me too. So then you immediately call your pharmacy to refill the prescription ASAP so your outbreak doesn’t get worse and then you hear on the other line, “we're sorry you’re out of refills.” Ok so then the next step is call your doctor, wait on hold, talk to the receptionist who takes a message, the message then goes to the bottom of the pile on your doctor’s desk and you get a call back 4 days later from the scheduling office letting you know that your doctor wants you to come in so he or she can see you to refill your prescription. So now you’re like WTF… I have a full blown outbreak and I need this medicine now!  Sound familiar? Yep, we’ve all been there. So here’s how HerpAlert’s solved this problem and made it easy for you and me.  They now offer a monthly service where you can log back into your safe and secure member portal and update any changes that may have happened since your last refill and boom...a HerpAlert doctor will review your symptoms and refill your prescription within the hour! This is super cool and super helpful because if you’re like me you don’t have the time nor do you want the headache of scheduling your appointment, then going in for your doctors visit and then waiting for your prescription to be filled. I mean that’s a ton of extra time wasted and you could be on the road to recovery. Here’s a quick download of the HerpAlert monthly subscription benefits: <ul> <li>Your convenience and your time</li> <li>You are a top priority to the HerpAlert doctors</li> <li>Get your prescription refilled within 1 hour</li> <li>Only one stop to pick up your prescription </li> <li>You get to connect with your HerpAlert doctor monthly and update them on any changes in your life</li> </ul> Alright so as you can see this is a miracle for us busy people with herpes. Just think about the ability to be able to connect with a doctor on your time and get the herpes treatment you need and want. Oh and I forgot to mention this monthly subscription is just $29 a month. Ok so go here to learn more and join.

141: Daily Herpes Antiviral & Herpalert with Alexandra Harbushka

Ok so we have herpes and now we want to know what we can do to prevent getting the next outbreak. Because the less often we have outbreaks the less we think about having herpes. It’s kinda the out of sight out of mind. Just a quick reminder that if you have HSV you’ll have it for life, so just because you’re not getting outbreaks it won't mean that you’re cured or in the clear.  You’ll still have to tell you’re partners. Ok, I just wanted to get that out there.  As we’ve all heard that a healthy lifestyle will improve your overall life, relationships with key people in your life as well as it can improve your health. Well these basic lifestyle choices So let’s talk about some reasons why we get herpes and how we can prevent them with some lifestyle choices. Meanwhile, sometimes getting an outbreak is kinda out of your control when it comes to lifestyle but you being aware can help you prepare and be aware of what’s going down.   First is stress on your body. Now, we can’t eliminate all stress because it’s just a part of life. It’d be like trying to remove air from the room. It’s just not possible. And even sometimes stress can be a good thing that motivates us and keeps us achieving. But when it comes to herpes, if we put too much stress on our bodies it can cause an outbreak. So things like final exams, new job, moving, new relationships, stress at work, financial stress, stress at home, too busy of a schedule and so on. These things are all transitions that we’ll experience through life and you’re herpes virus will be part of it too. The key for us is to be aware that this can cause an outbreak. So an example is if you’re preparing for finals do you’re best to not pull all-nighters with sugar-free Redbull. We all know that studying a bit a day and getting proper sleep will be a less stressful way to study for your final. Trust me, I get it. I was in college too and sometimes all the exams pile up especially if there’s a really important party happening next door. My point is to be aware, pick your battles and make the decision. Don’t be surprised if an outbreak shows up and make sure you have your antiviral on hand or your home remedies for when it does.  Next is a low immune system. I never realized how key an immune system is until I started not taking care of my body and running myself into the ground. And then boom, one cold after the next or just that sluggish feeling. Now, add a herpes diagnosis to it and it’s a perfect recipe for an outbreak or multiple outbreaks. Our immune system is like a little army that fights off disease to keep us strong and healthy. Just like a real army, when they’re not rested or not properly equipped for what’s ahead there’s a potential for an attack and letting the bad guys in. The same goes for our bodies, our immune system is fighting around the clock to keep us healthy and if we make some poor choices then it’s an opportunity for an outbreak. Some of these choices are lack of sleep or not getting proper sleep, eating a poor diet full of perversities or sugar, not eating enough protein, not getting proper exercise and just overall hygiene. Personally, I think sleep is a huge portion to a strong immune system. When you sleep you’re body recovers and get’s ready to take on the next day. If you’re not getting enough sleep then you’re body can’t recover and then you just continue on a path of harming your health. Take a minute to look at your sleep, diet and exercise plan. I’m not saying you need to sign up for a triathlon, I’m saying get outside and walk around the block and get some fresh air. Also, look at what you’re eating and maybe you start bringing your lunch to work instead of ordering the double-double with fries. All of these little things add up and play a role in preventing herpes outbreaks.  Ok and finally, this is one that we really can’t control too much and it’s our hormones. This is more for the women because we have hormone spikes and drops monthly due to our menstrual cycle. Also, as women, we tend to take birth control which of course manipulates our hormones as well. It’s super common for women to get outbreaks a couple of days before their period or when they’re ovulating. There’s just a lot of different hormones moving around through the 28 days. And then of course if you go on birth control or go off birth control or change your birth control. All of this can be a little shock to your system and throw you off just enough to get an outbreak. So, in some cases, women will take the antiviral during their periods to just prevent the outbreaks from popping up or they’ll take it to easy these days, do some Netflix and chill and cut down on their busy schedule to take care of themselves. I know it sounds hard but it’s possible.  Ok, so as you know, look at this as a recommendation. Take the time to evaluate what’s going on in your life and lifestyle so that you can maybe make some adjustments. Maybe you’re reading this and you’re giving yourself high fives because you’re doing the right things. But if you’re not don’t beat yourself up, just make a little adjustment at a time. Life is a journey, not a sprint and your health won't change overnight. You’ll see gradual little changes after a period of time.  Life With Herpes Details:  Join the Secret Society  HerpAlert (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off) Shop the LWH Essentials Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm   Oh yea, remember to subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra   Just in case… Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit: Need to talk confidentially about herpes?  Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials   Are you social?  Instagram Facebook

Ok so we have herpes and now we want to know what we can do to prevent getting the next outbreak. Because the less often we have outbreaks the less we think about having herpes. It’s kinda the out of sight out of mind. Just a quick reminder that if you have HSV you’ll have it for life, so just because you’re not getting outbreaks it won't mean that you’re cured or in the clear.  You’ll still have to tell you’re partners. Ok, I just wanted to get that out there.  As we’ve all heard that a healthy lifestyle will improve your overall life, relationships with key people in your life as well as it can improve your health. Well these basic lifestyle choices So let’s talk about some reasons why we get herpes and how we can prevent them with some lifestyle choices. Meanwhile, sometimes getting an outbreak is kinda out of your control when it comes to lifestyle but you being aware can help you prepare and be aware of what’s going down.   First is stress on your body. Now, we can’t eliminate all stress because it’s just a part of life. It’d be like trying to remove air from the room. It’s just not possible. And even sometimes stress can be a good thing that motivates us and keeps us achieving. But when it comes to herpes, if we put too much stress on our bodies it can cause an outbreak. So things like final exams, new job, moving, new relationships, stress at work, financial stress, stress at home, too busy of a schedule and so on. These things are all transitions that we’ll experience through life and you’re herpes virus will be part of it too. The key for us is to be aware that this can cause an outbreak. So an example is if you’re preparing for finals do you’re best to not pull all-nighters with sugar-free Redbull. We all know that studying a bit a day and getting proper sleep will be a less stressful way to study for your final. Trust me, I get it. I was in college too and sometimes all the exams pile up especially if there’s a really important party happening next door. My point is to be aware, pick your battles and make the decision. Don’t be surprised if an outbreak shows up and make sure you have your antiviral on hand or your home remedies for when it does.  Next is a low immune system. I never realized how key an immune system is until I started not taking care of my body and running myself into the ground. And then boom, one cold after the next or just that sluggish feeling. Now, add a herpes diagnosis to it and it’s a perfect recipe for an outbreak or multiple outbreaks. Our immune system is like a little army that fights off disease to keep us strong and healthy. Just like a real army, when they’re not rested or not properly equipped for what’s ahead there’s a potential for an attack and letting the bad guys in. The same goes for our bodies, our immune system is fighting around the clock to keep us healthy and if we make some poor choices then it’s an opportunity for an outbreak. Some of these choices are lack of sleep or not getting proper sleep, eating a poor diet full of perversities or sugar, not eating enough protein, not getting proper exercise and just overall hygiene. Personally, I think sleep is a huge portion to a strong immune system. When you sleep you’re body recovers and get’s ready to take on the next day. If you’re not getting enough sleep then you’re body can’t recover and then you just continue on a path of harming your health. Take a minute to look at your sleep, diet and exercise plan. I’m not saying you need to sign up for a triathlon, I’m saying get outside and walk around the block and get some fresh air. Also, look at what you’re eating and maybe you start bringing your lunch to work instead of ordering the double-double with fries. All of these little things add up and play a role in preventing herpes outbreaks.  Ok and finally, this is one that we really can’t control too much and it’s our hormones. This is more for the women because we have hormone spikes and drops monthly due to our menstrual cycle. Also, as women, we tend to take birth control which of course manipulates our hormones as well. It’s super common for women to get outbreaks a couple of days before their period or when they’re ovulating. There’s just a lot of different hormones moving around through the 28 days. And then of course if you go on birth control or go off birth control or change your birth control. All of this can be a little shock to your system and throw you off just enough to get an outbreak. So, in some cases, women will take the antiviral during their periods to just prevent the outbreaks from popping up or they’ll take it to easy these days, do some Netflix and chill and cut down on their busy schedule to take care of themselves. I know it sounds hard but it’s possible.  Ok, so as you know, look at this as a recommendation. Take the time to evaluate what’s going on in your life and lifestyle so that you can maybe make some adjustments. Maybe you’re reading this and you’re giving yourself high fives because you’re doing the right things. But if you’re not don’t beat yourself up, just make a little adjustment at a time. Life is a journey, not a sprint and your health won't change overnight. You’ll see gradual little changes after a period of time.  Life With Herpes Details: <ul> <li><a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the Secret Society</a> </li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/herpalertdiagnosis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HerpAlert</a> (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off)</li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the LWH Essentials</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/sslipbalm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm </a></li> </ul> Oh yea, remember to <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/application" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter</a> and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra Just in case… <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/herpes-outbreak-toolkit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit</a>: <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/emergencycall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Need to talk confidentially about herpes?</a> <a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials</a> Are you social?  <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alexandraharbushka" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/lifewithherpespodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

145: 3 Herpes Outbreak Triggers With Alexandra Harbushka

So the person you like just told you they have herpes. You’re thinking should I date them? What does this mean for me? How’s this going to play into our dating and sex life?     Ok so first let me calm you down and let you know what it feels like when you’re first diagnosed with herpes. Seriously, dating or being able to date is the number one fear. We think that nobody will date us and that our life is over! The fear of rejection is a real thing and so telling the person we like that we have herpes is really scary.    So firstly before you make an decisions I want to make sure you’re aware that the person you’re dating really respects you. He or she took a leap of faith and told you their deep dark secret. They told you that they have herpes. This was really hard for them so I hope that you give them some credit and acknowledge that it was hard for them.    Here are the top questions you’re going to have when dating someone with herpes: Can you still have sex?  YES, the answer is yes! You can still have a normal and healthy sex life if you or your partner has herpes! And yes, you can do something to prevent prevention. There are so many stories of people who’ve been together for years and have not yet transmitted it. It really boils down to communication and trusting your partner to disclose to you when they had their last outbreak or if they feel one coming on.  Here are 3 ways you can prevent transmission to your partner.   Having herpes doesn’t mean they’ve slept around.  In general we all have this idea or preconceived notion that people with herpes have slept around and that’s obviously how they got herpes. Well this is 100% BS and false. We all have an idea of the “type” of person who has herpes and clearly because of the stigma it creates this false reality of people who have herpes. You have already been exposed to the herpes virus before meeting them.  Of course when our partner tells us that they have herpes it’s normal to freak out and think that you’re automatically going to get herpes too. Well here’s the thing, you’ve already been exposed to the herpes virus weather it’s HSV 1 or HSV 2.  ⅔ people have HSV 1 and ⅙ people have HSV 2 so there’s no way you can go through life and not have been exposed. You’ve shared a burger, a cigarette, had a sip of someone's beer or coca cola. It’s just impossible for you to not have come into contact with it.  Remember at the end of the day this person really cares about you and he or she has great integrity. They told you that they have herpes because they felt the importance of disclosing and making sure you have the decision.  If you have more herpes questions, and probably you do, feel free to check out more videos and this blog. Oh and of course, you can reach out with any questions.   Life With Herpes Details:  Join the Secret Society  HerpAlert (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off) Shop the LWH Essentials Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm     Oh yea, remember to subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.    Xoxo, Alexandra  Just in case… Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit: Need to talk confidentially about herpes?  Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials   Are you social?  Instagram Facebook

So the person you like just told you they have herpes. You’re thinking should I date them? What does this mean for me? How’s this going to play into our dating and sex life?   Ok so first let me calm you down and let you know what it feels like when you’re first diagnosed with herpes. Seriously, dating or being able to date is the number one fear. We think that nobody will date us and that our life is over! The fear of rejection is a real thing and so telling the person we like that we have herpes is really scary.  So firstly before you make an decisions I want to make sure you’re aware that the person you’re dating really respects you. He or she took a leap of faith and told you their deep dark secret. They told you that they have herpes. This was really hard for them so I hope that you give them some credit and acknowledge that it was hard for them.  Here are the top questions you’re going to have when dating someone with herpes: Can you still have sex?  YES, the answer is yes! You can still have a normal and healthy sex life if you or your partner has herpes! And yes, you can do something to prevent prevention. There are so many stories of people who’ve been together for years and have not yet transmitted it. It really boils down to communication and trusting your partner to disclose to you when they had their last outbreak or if they feel one coming on. <a href="https://www.lifewithherpes.com/blog/17770-3-ways-to-prevent-transmitting-herpes-to" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Here are 3 ways you can prevent transmission to your partner.</a>   Having herpes doesn’t mean they’ve slept around.  In general we all have this idea or preconceived notion that people with herpes have slept around and that’s obviously how they got herpes. Well this is 100% BS and false. We all have an idea of the “type” of person who has herpes and clearly because of the stigma it creates this false reality of people who have herpes. You have already been exposed to the herpes virus before meeting them.  Of course when our partner tells us that they have herpes it’s normal to freak out and think that you’re automatically going to get herpes too. Well here’s the thing, you’ve already been exposed to the herpes virus weather it’s HSV 1 or HSV 2.  ⅔ people have HSV 1 and ⅙ people have HSV 2 so there’s no way you can go through life and not have been exposed. You’ve shared a burger, a cigarette, had a sip of someone's beer or coca cola. It’s just impossible for you to not have come into contact with it.  Remember at the end of the day this person really cares about you and he or she has great integrity. They told you that they have herpes because they felt the importance of disclosing and making sure you have the decision.  If you have more herpes questions, and probably you do, feel free to check out more videos and this blog. Oh and of course, you can reach out with any questions. Life With Herpes Details: <ul> <li><a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the Secret Society</a> </li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/herpalertdiagnosis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HerpAlert</a> (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off)</li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the LWH Essentials</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/sslipbalm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm </a></li> </ul> Oh yea, remember to <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/application" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter</a> and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra Just in case… <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/herpes-outbreak-toolkit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit</a>: <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/emergencycall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Need to talk confidentially about herpes?</a> <a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials</a> Are you social?  <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alexandraharbushka" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/lifewithherpespodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

154: 3 Things You Need to Know when You Date Someone with Herpes with Alexandra Harbushka

This vaccine is one of the most sought out vaccines and it would help millions of people throughout the world. Not to mention on the business side of things how it would monetarily reward the people or company who solved the puzzle. But here’s the deal, as of now there’s no research happening for the herpes vaccine.  If you feel like the wind’s been taken out of your sails go watch or read the other episode about  waiting for the herpes cure. I promise, having herpes is NOT the end of the world!  According to an article published by  Healthline, pharmaceutical companies are taking a break from the research. I’ll breakdown what the article has to say. You can also check it out for yourself.  The pharma companies have a double-edged sword when it comes to herpes. There are two-thirds of the world population living with herpes and they would really benefit from a vaccine. This means there’s clearly a need but the problem lies in the nature of the viruses. It’s a very complicated virus and so, therefore, it will take multiple millions of dollars to perform the research and clinical trials.   At this point, there's been nobody close to the finish line. In fact, the three companies were close to the clinical trial phase and they all three backed out and are now focusing on something different. So to break it down, there’s no clinical trial going on right now working towards a vaccine for herpes.  Bummer, right? And I’m sure you’re thinking how is it possible that there’s been research going on for years and millions of dollars spent how’s it possible to have nothing. I mean we have vaccines for HPV, Mesals, Mumps, Hepatitis, Chicken Pox, and the list goes on so why is Herpes such a medical enigma.    Well here’s the deal. The virus is very complex. It’s not like other viruses that have a short incubation period and a person typically sees signs of infection rather soon upon being infected.    According to Dr. William Schaffner, chair of the Department of Preventive Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Tennessee The herpes virus is very different from the measles virus, for example,” said Schaffner. He explains the measles virus makes you sick in a relatively short period of time. Our immune system reacts quickly to it and is ready for the virus again should it appear in the future. When it comes to being infected with herpes the virus doesn’t always show up. It has its own agenda. When you're initially infected the virus can lie dormant for months and even years or it can pop up. And then recurring outbreaks are hit and miss, there’s no concrete timeline and the virus just pops up when it wants.  Also according to Dr. William, the herpes virus’s DNA is more complicated than the average virus. It’s because it goes dormant in our immune system similar to how many cancer cells do.  And because vaccines work by stimulating the human immune system it makes it difficult to inoculate for herpes. Basically, the target keeps moving and they don’t know where to aim.  With the herpes virus being super complicated it makes the researcher difficult and very expensive. One of the companies that made it to the phase II clinical trial last year was Genocea Biosciences working on the GEN-003 herpes vaccine. They said they made a lot of progress but they cut the funding for the phase III funding and decided to focus on cancer research.   So there you have it! There have been some great attempts to create a vaccine and finding a solution to the gift that keeps on giving. My personal opinion is that there will be someone who finds the funding and put the right team together to find a vaccine. The thing is we just don’t know when it will be. Until then, don’t hold your breath and don’t get caught up in the negative thoughts of being diagnosed with herpes. Like I always say, it’s just a skin disease and that’s it. It pops up here and there but really its nothing worse than having a bad pimple on prom.  Life With Herpes Details:  Join the Secret Society  HerpAlert (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off) Shop the LWH Essentials Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm   Oh yea, remember to subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra Just in case… Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit: Need to talk confidentially about herpes?  Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials   Are you social?  Instagram Facebook

This vaccine is one of the most sought out vaccines and it would help millions of people throughout the world. Not to mention on the business side of things how it would monetarily reward the people or company who solved the puzzle. But here’s the deal, as of now there’s no research happening for the herpes vaccine.  If you feel like the wind’s been taken out of your sails go watch or read the other episode about <a href="https://lifewithherpes.simplero.com/admin/sites/22706/blog_posts/28093-waiting-for-the-herpes-cure/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> waiting for the herpes cure</a>. I promise, having herpes is NOT the end of the world!  According to an article published by <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health-news/why-we-still-dont-have-a-herpes-vaccine#5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Healthline</a>, pharmaceutical companies are taking a break from the research. I’ll breakdown what the article has to say. You can also check it out for yourself.  The pharma companies have a double-edged sword when it comes to herpes. There are two-thirds of the world population living with herpes and they would really benefit from a vaccine. This means there’s clearly a need but the problem lies in the nature of the viruses. It’s a very complicated virus and so, therefore, it will take multiple millions of dollars to perform the research and clinical trials.   At this point, there's been nobody close to the finish line. In fact, the three companies were close to the clinical trial phase and they all three backed out and are now focusing on something different. So to break it down, there’s no clinical trial going on right now working towards a vaccine for herpes.  Bummer, right? And I’m sure you’re thinking how is it possible that there’s been research going on for years and millions of dollars spent how’s it possible to have nothing. I mean we have vaccines for HPV, Mesals, Mumps, Hepatitis, Chicken Pox, and the list goes on so why is Herpes such a medical enigma.  Well here’s the deal. The virus is very complex. It’s not like other viruses that have a short incubation period and a person typically sees signs of infection rather soon upon being infected.  According to Dr. William Schaffner, chair of the Department of Preventive Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Tennessee The herpes virus is very different from the measles virus, for example,” said Schaffner. He explains the measles virus makes you sick in a relatively short period of time. Our immune system reacts quickly to it and is ready for the virus again should it appear in the future. When it comes to being infected with herpes the virus doesn’t always show up. It has its own agenda. When you're initially infected the virus can lie dormant for months and even years or it can pop up. And then recurring outbreaks are hit and miss, there’s no concrete timeline and the virus just pops up when it wants.  Also according to Dr. William, the herpes virus’s DNA is more complicated than the average virus. It’s because it goes dormant in our immune system similar to how many cancer cells do.  And because vaccines work by stimulating the human immune system it makes it difficult to inoculate for herpes. Basically, the target keeps moving and they don’t know where to aim.  With the herpes virus being super complicated it makes the researcher difficult and very expensive. One of the companies that made it to the phase II clinical trial last year was Genocea Biosciences working on the GEN-003 herpes vaccine. They said they made a lot of progress but they cut the funding for the phase III funding and decided to focus on cancer research. So there you have it! There have been some great attempts to create a vaccine and finding a solution to the gift that keeps on giving. My personal opinion is that there will be someone who finds the funding and put the right team together to find a vaccine. The thing is we just don’t know when it will be. Until then, don’t hold your breath and don’t get caught up in the negative thoughts of being diagnosed with herpes. Like I always say, it’s just a skin disease and that’s it. It pops up here and there but really its nothing worse than having a bad pimple on prom.  Life With Herpes Details: <ul> <li><a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/secretsociety/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the Secret Society</a> </li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/herpalertdiagnosis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HerpAlert</a> (use promo code: lifewithherpes and get 10% off)</li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the LWH Essentials</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/sslipbalm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop the Secret Society CBD Lip Balm </a></li> </ul> Oh yea, remember to <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/application" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe to the Life With Herpes newsletter</a> and get The 5 things  I wished she knew before I was diagnosed with herpes sent directly to your inbox + weekly updates.  Xoxo, Alexandra Just in case… <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/herpes-outbreak-toolkit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn about the Herpes Outbreak Toolkit</a>: <a href="https://lifewithherpes.com/emergencycall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Need to talk confidentially about herpes?</a> <a href="http://bit.ly/lwhshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oh Yea and in case you need Herpes Outbreak Essentials</a> Are you social?  <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alexandraharbushka" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/lifewithherpespodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

149: Herpes Vaccine Research With Alexandra Harbushka

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