WORK OUT THE KINKS
Health officials tell Americans to ‘be a little kinky’ and advise Zoom sex parties and masks during coronavirus pandemic
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"Wear a face covering or mask," the advisory states. "Maybe it’s your thing, maybe it’s not, but during COVID-19 wearing a face covering that covers your nose and mouth is a good way to add a layer of 3 protection during .
The other main suggestions for residents are as follows:
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The safest sex partners during this are yourself and those in the small circle of people closest to you, such as people you live with.
Monogamous sex is safest right now.
Do your best to limit close contact - including sex - with people outside your household.
Avoid kissing, rimming, or touching your eyes.
Try masturbating together to be intimate while maintaining physical distancing.
People who meet a lot of their sexual partners online, including sex workers, should try to replace in-person dates with virtual ones for the time being.
"Video dates, sexting, subscription-based fan platforms, sexy “Zoom parties” or chat rooms may be options for you," the advisory reads.
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It also reminds NYC residents to regularly.
People should also remember to wash with soap and water before and after sex, as well as to wash and disinfect keyboards and screens.
The Health Department had previous issued safe sex guidance , which contained much of the same advice but with fewer specifics about virtual sex using platforms like Zoom.
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