“Breaking the Stigma & Removing the Shame” Alexandra Harbushka, Life with Herpes
Meet Alexandra Harbushka
Life with Herpes
"Breaking the Stigma & Removing the Shame"
Alexandra Harbushka is the founder of "Life With Herpes," a community and resource hub for people living with herpes. After being diagnosed with genital herpes in 2011, she felt lost and overwhelmed by the stigma. Determined not to be a victim of her diagnosis, she chose to share her story publicly. Through her platform, she offers support via her podcast, YouTube channel, and online community to help others navigate life with herpes.
Her mission is to de-stigmatize herpes and provide a safe space for emotional healing and practical advice, such as outbreak management, dating with herpes, and boosting immune health. Alexandra also founded Secret Society Wellness, which offers self-care products aimed at people with herpes. She believes that a herpes diagnosis does not define one's life and advocates for confidence and empowerment (Life With Herpes).