Argentine government encourages virtual sex to prevent coronavirus infection



In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the world have imposed stay-at-home orders and bans on gatherings. Argentina has also imposed a stay-at-home order until April 26, 2020, and experts are explaining how to have sex in this situation.

Safe sex under lockdown: Argentine official has some advice for digital lovers - Reuters

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Coronavirus in Argentina: the government recommends virtual sex amid compulsory isolation | En24 News
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The Argentine Ministry of Health broadcasts information about the new coronavirus on television every day, and on Friday, April 17, infectious disease doctor Jose Barletta appeared on the program and recommended preventing the spread of infection through sexual intercourse.

The program began with an introduction: 'During the pandemic, we are providing information every day that is tailored to the time. We are receiving many questions, but sometimes it is difficult to consult. So, in this report, I would like to talk about safe sex during the COVID-19 epidemic.' Following this, Barletta explained about sexual activity during the pandemic.

It is known that the new coronavirus is transmitted through droplets emitted during speech, coughing, and sneezing. It is not clear whether the virus can be transmitted through semen or other bodily fluids, but since droplets are the source of infection, 'it is clear that infection can easily occur through kissing,' said Barletta. Given the situation in Argentina , where a curfew is in place, people should avoid sexual intercourse with people other than those they live with, and this includes anal and oral sex .



Instead of regular sexual intercourse, methods such as sexting, virtual sex, and exchanging sexual messages via video calls are recommended, and keyboards, screens, adult toys, etc. should be disinfected after the act, even if they are not shared with others, Barletta said.

Barletta also urged people to avoid sexual intercourse with partners who are showing symptoms of COVID-19. The WHO states that symptoms of COVID-19 are 'generally fever, fatigue, and a dry cough without phlegm, and in some patients, various body aches, stuffy nose, runny nose, sore throat, and diarrhea.'

Q&A regarding the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Updated April 8, 2020
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