If you have been consistently taking your medication to manage herpes, and using condoms correctly during sexual activity that covers all parts involved in oral and intercourse, the risk of transmitting the virus to a new partner is significantly reduced. However, it's essential to acknowledge that while these precautions can lower transmission rates, there is still no guarantee of complete safety.

It’s commendable that you are being proactive about protecting yourself and your partner by engaging in safe practices. Nevertheless, since herpes can be transmitted even when symptoms are not present (asymptomatic shedding), sharing this information with your new sexual partner before any intimate contact occurs would be advisable. This communication allows for informed decision-making on their part regarding potential risks associated with intimacy.

Additionally, routine testing for both partners as part of comprehensive STI screenings could offer additional peace of mind concerning overall health status prior to engaging in intimate activities together.

Ultimately having open conversations around sexual health ensures mutual understanding between partners which fosters trust within relationships