# Disturbingly Diseased Cupcakes UK Baker Educates Others About Sexual Health Using STD Cupcakes By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-10-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/std-cupcakes References: [thefrisky](http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-10-11/do-not-want-std-cupcakes/) & [metro](http://www.metro.co.uk/weird/914550-std-cupcakes-cancer-cookies-and-marshmallow-brain-created-by-baker) Just in time for Halloween, a famous UK baker known as Miss Cakehead has revealed a disturbingly realistic series of STD cupcakes. Sure, cupcakes are sweet and savory and versatile. But imagine visually and literally consuming an STD? These spooky STD cupcakes are a fantastically gruesome way to frighten guests at your [Halloween party](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grn-the-bite-club-collection). Replicate these treats or design some of your own by using food coloring and some melted sweets. It wouldn't hurt to add a little oozing jelly filling either. While some believe these desserts seem repulsive, Miss Cakehead, who is well-known for her [edible anatomical creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-orifice), explained that they are actually there to educate others on sexual health. Her wacky treats will be on sale this Halloween at the Eat Your Heart Out pop-up show at London’s St. Bartholomew’s Hospital Pathology Museum. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Edible Anatomical Creations:** Miss Cakehead's disturbingly realistic STD cupcakes highlight a trend of using edible anatomical creations as a method of educating others on important issues, such as sexual health. - **Spooky Food:** Spooky STD cupcakes, like those created by Miss Cakehead, are a trend in the food industry for Halloween-themed treats and parties. - **Food for Shock Value:** Using food, such as the grotesque STD cupcakes by Miss Cakehead, for shock value and as a form of art is a growing trend in the culinary world. ### Where This Applies - **Bakery:** Artistic bakers, like Miss Cakehead, can create unique and shocking treats that attract attention and generate new business. - **Event Planning:** Event planners looking for unconventional and memorable decorations may use edible anatomical creations, like Miss Cakehead's, as a unique addition to themed events. - **Sexual Health Education:** Organizations and professionals in the sexual health field may utilize creative and eye-catching educational tools, such as the STD cupcakes, to draw attention and increase awareness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Halloween-Inspired Cupcake Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-kitchen.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [STI Education Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lovehoney-and-tbd.md) - [Artisan-Quality Halloween Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tous-les-jours-spooky-delights.md) - [Naughty Valentines Day Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-wood.md) - [Melanoma Signs-Inspired Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diagnosticookies1.md) - [Horror Movie-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-night-of-the-skremes.md) - [Creepy Candy-Filled Mini Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bundtlet-full-o-reeses-pieces.md) - [Macabre Cinnamon Roll Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-cemetery-box.md)