I was never very clear on what was meant in the story. I assumed the guy would have to wash his hands and say a couple of prayers. I take it there is nothing like that any more? Any chance some ultra-conservative Jewish sect still does something like that? If not, I guess I’ll retire that story.
There is a chance, but I have no idea. I can’t claim to speak for all Haredi.
It certainly was a violation of a restriction he placed on himself out of respect for his wife.