The following methods are the sure- fire way of preventing genital herpes infection:

• Avoid all forms of sexual contact.
• Since that is quite difficult, indulge only in a single-partner relationship with a person who is tested negative for herpes.
• Make condom usage mandatory during sexual activities at all times. Female condom can also be used.
• Use only latex condoms and not animal membrane condoms.
• Those with herpes infection without sores must tell their partner that they have the infection. For those infected, abstinence is a good choice, especially if the partner is uninfected.