Recently, Dr. Viktor Ivanovik from Moldova posted a viral TikTok explaining why kissing deceased loved ones may be unsafe. His clear message: โNever kiss the deceased!โ has encouraged many to rethink common funeral traditions.
He points out that after approximately nine hours postmortem, the body releases bacteria due to decomposition. Kissing the deceased exposes people to these bacteria, possibly causing issues like loss of smell.
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Some viewers expressed surprise, while others shared touching stories of choosing love over fear. One person said, โI kissed my father and would do it a million times more. Losing smell means nothing to me.โ
Dr. Ivanovikโs video opened up a vital conversation about the clash between cultural rituals and health considerations. Many engage in such acts for closure but may not realize health risks.
His advice encourages mindfulness about potential bacteria exposure while respecting the deeply personal nature of saying goodbye to loved ones.
