With summer getting closer and vaccination on the rise, more and more people are getting ready to get back to the dating scene. However, there are a lot of questions regarding health risks and post-COVID dating etiquette, especially when it comes to sex.
When it comes to vaccination, a lot of people wonder if it is safe enough to go out after the first dose and if it is acceptable to ask your date to provide the proof of vaccination. The experts agree that the answer to the latter one is: no—if you feel unsure enough to ask someone for proof, maybe it is for the better to skip on that that until you actually feel safe.
Regarding your vaccination status, the medical opinion is undivided: you’re safer after two doses. Still, some specialists agree that this will be hard to control and that it is more effective to help people reduce the risks of infection than telling them what is morally wrong.
After the pandemic started, there was a flood of texts recommending people to wear masks during intercourse, avoid kissing and stick to oral sex. While these can certainly reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19, they do not guarantee protection. The virus is present in all bodily fluids, and sex is all about the fluids exchange.
If you really want to stay safe, the obvious choice is waiting until you’re fully vaccinated (there are always sex toys to help you) and being honest when choosing partners. Talk to them openly, ask about the precautions they take, and see if you are comfortable with it. It is most important to give yourself time to get back to life as it used to be.
