Skip kissing and wear a mask during sex, says Canada’s chief medical officer.
According to Tam, chances of getting the virus through semen or vaginal fluids are “very low”, but it's the close contact that comes with sexual activity that could increase the risk of getting or passing Covid-19 to new partners.
Tam said precautions such as checking for any symptoms, limiting consumption of alcohol, and other substances before sexual relations are some that should be considered.
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