Genital HSV-1 outbreaks reoccur less regularly than genital HSV-2 outbreaks. There is no cure for genital herpes. Using condoms properly can reduce the risk of cross infection but it is not 100% safe. Genital herpes can still be transferred between partners even with the use of condoms. Once you have herpes, you are at risk of it reoccurring, Research has shown that 80% of people who contract HSV-2 will have at least one occurrence. Generally HSV-2 tends to reoccur four to six times per year. In contrast, only 50% of people who contract HSV-1 will have at least one reoccurrence. The HSV-1 infection only tends to reoccur once a year.