“When we talk about distancing, it is important to avoid face-to-face contact and that includes sexual encounters with people with whom we do not live,” said infectious medicine doctor José Barle
The Argentine Ministry of Health, in its daily morning report on the situation of the outbreak of the new coronavirus in Argentina, gave recommendations on safe sex in the days of Covid-19. ” Virtual sex can be an alternative, ” they advised in order to maintain social distance.
“Social distancing is the most effective measure of prevention of the coronavirus. So when we speak of distancing it is important to avoid face-to-face contact and that includes sexual encounters with people with whom we do not live,” said the infectious disease doctor José Barletta, sitting next to Carla Vizzotti, Secretary for Access to Health.
The specialist recommended the use of digital alternatives. “They can be good alternatives, tools like video calls, virtual sex or sexting,” he said.
On the forms of contagion of the Covid-19, the officials admitted that there is little scientific knowledge on whether it can be transmitted during the sexual act. “We know that the coronavirus is transmitted with the drops that we expel when we speak, cough or sneeze, but there is little information available on whether the virus is eliminated through semen or secretions from the vagina and rectum. Yes, it can be transmitted with the kisses and it is quite likely that it can be transmitted through anal or oral sex, “said Barletta and, in turn, recommended the use of condoms.
The specialist also recommended avoiding having sex with people who have symptoms even if they are stable partners.
“Handwashing is another effective way against coronavirus. And it is important to do it after masturbation, sexual intercourse, or virtual sex. It is also recommended to disinfect keyboards, cell phones, or sex toys even though they have not been shared with others. people, “concluded Barletta.