Thursday, 03 Sep 2020 12:31 PM MYTAside from condoms, health experts are now asking people to wear face masks during sex. ― Picture via Pxhere.com
In a statement posted on Canada’s Public Health Agency website, Dr Theresa Tam wrote that while current evidence shows there was a very low likelihood of contracting the novel coronavirus through semen or vaginal fluids, sexual activity with new partners does increase the risk of getting or passing Covid-19 through close contact, like kissing.
“Like other activities during Covid-19 that involve physical closeness, there are some things you can do to minimise the risk of getting infected and spreading the virus,” she said. “Risk can be reduced by monitoring yourself for symptoms of Covid-19 and not having sex if you or your partner is experiencing symptoms.
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