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How do you catch genital herpes and is there a cure? 

Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 5 June 2026 - Categories: Sexual health
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Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It is a common cause of genital sores in England. 

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