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Did Scientology give Katie herpes?

Remember back in early May when Katie Holmes returned from her debut with Tom Cruise and appeared to have a gnarly case of herpes? The New York Daily News reports today on the hypothesis that perhaps those cold sores were the result of a Scientology purification ritual instead. Scientology insiders take part in a cleansing process called Purif, using niacin to rid their bodies of toxins. According to NYDN, Purif "can cause a red flush on the face and a diffuse itchy rash on the body when taken in large doses." A Scientology official said of Katie's sores, "Whatever you see on her face has got nothing to do with us. It's insulting that you would ask such a thing." And a doctor believed the outbreak to consist of simple cold sores. Still, one can't help but be intrigued by the idea that Tom Cruise and his cult might be involved in the breakdown of Katie's complexion as well as her reputation. (By Kate Lanahan)

July 25, 2005
POSTED BY Kate Lanahan
TAGS Gossip

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Did Scientology give Katie herpes?