10. Prevent the Spread of Herpes
If you have been diagnosed with herpes, you need to tell your partner. Explain what your diagnosis means and what your partner should do to stay protected. During outbreaks, avoid any skin-to-skin contact, as well as any sexual activity. If you are not currently experiencing an outbreak, you should still use condoms to prevent spreading the virus. Living well with herpes means taking care of your body and doing what you can to prevent future outbreaks, as well as prevent the virus from spreading. Be sure to talk with your doctor about these 10 ways to prevent herpes outbreaks.