New Zealand campaign raises awareness and support for herpes sufferers

About one in three New Zealanders have the herpes virus, with up to 80% expected to contract it in their lifetime. The New Zealand Herpes Foundation is promoting awareness and support for those affected. A new campaign, featuring public figures like Sir Graham Henry and Ashley Bloomfield, aims to reduce stigma and improve support for people with herpes in New Zealand. Personal stories, like that of Alaina Luxmoore, highlight the emotional impact of a herpes diagnosis. Many people may feel fear or shame, despite herpes being a common virus.