HERO
FROM SILENCE TO SOLUTIONS
It’s not “just herpes” – but with your help, it can be. Let’s give herpes the one two punch that puts it squarely in the past. It all starts with your ideas. Your voice.
BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD.
Over 3.8 billion people carry Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), and it is often overlooked by government and healthcare groups.
But a courageous group is fighting back. We’re working to better the lives of everyone living with HSV, and with more effective treatments and a cure, make HSV a thing of the past.
YOU can be a hero too. Whether you have a few minutes today, or you have hours per week, every moment of effort counts!
HAVE NO FEAR. HERPES HEROES ARE HERE.
You can make a difference
Vote for an HSV Cure
Advocate on Social Media
Petition to Fast Track Pritelivir
Join the Discussion for our HHS Petition
Fill out an HSV Survey
We deserve to be heard. We deserve to be cured.
Herpes Heroes is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by HSV through advocacy for new treatments, public education, and reducing stigma.
We are fighting to be cured:
To stop the spread.
To stop the anxiety and fear.
To reduce healthcare burdens.
To prevent the next generation from inheriting this virus.
For better mental health outcomes.
To save lives.
EVEN IF YOU DON’T HAVE HERPES, SOMEONE YOU LOVE PROBABLY DOES.
Did you know that the prevalence of HSV is rapidly increasing? The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 64.2% of people under age 50 have HSV-1, and 13.3% have HSV-2. In the United States, the CDC estimates 572,000 new genital herpes infections annually among people aged 14 to 49. There are 3.8 billion HSV+ people worldwide, and counting.
Fighting HSV requires a collective effort to demand better treatments, prioritize medical research, and reduce the stigma that keeps this virus hidden in the shadows. This isn’t a matter of “their problem“; it’s our problem, and failing to act only puts more people at risk.
For decades, medical advancements have lagged, leaving billions vulnerable. It’s time we demand progress.
Stand with us in calling for change—for those affected and for the health of all.
OUR MISSION
To fight the stigma, to fight for modern treatments, and to improve the way the healthcare system manages HSV. Our voices have been silenced long enough, and it’s time for HSV to be taken seriously. We are fighting for a cure and improving lives.
FAQ’s
What is HSV?
HSV (herpes simplex virus) is a virus in the same family as Mono and Chickenpox. HSV affects the skin and nervous system. It’s not “just a virus”—HSV can lead to serious, lifelong complications. It is often fatal to infants who are infected. Yet, awareness and medical advancements lag behind.
Is HSV an STI?
It can be. It is primarily spread through skin-to-skin contact, making it highly transmissible. Yes, it’s often sexually transmitted—but casual contact can also expose anyone.
Who has HSV?
The majority of people have HSV. You can’t tell who has it just by looking at them. The reality is billions carry HSV, often without symptoms, unknowingly spreading it. This virus affects people of all ages and backgrounds. You know someone with HSV.
HOW TO HELP
Change is long overdue. Solving a decades-old problem requires creative solutions. We are striving to make change in the Herpes community by testing new ideas. We invite you to make your voice heard by sharing your own. Whether it’s joining a protest, signing a petition, or creating an innovative start up that’s making waves in your community. Stand with us as we demand progress.