Menstrual health

Menstrual health

Menstrual cups are a one-time investment that can last up to 10 years. This offers a sustainable alternative to single-use pads. Photo: Courtesy

Beyond water scarcity and waste: Safe periods in a climate crisis

As climate change intensifies, embracing innovation is crucial. Supporting and scaling solutions, and tailoring safe period products to the local context, is a vital step toward safeguarding women...

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Menstrual health crisis in Bangladesh’s garment factories

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Periods arriving earlier for younger generations in US; especially racial minority, lower-income individuals

Over the past few years, a few non-profit organisations have also been producing washable, reusable sanitary pads that have gained acceptance among women. Photo: TBS

Why companies, NGOs struggle to increase the use of menstrual products

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Breaking the taboo: The dangerous consequences of poor menstrual practices in CHT

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Nahid Dipa: The woman putting menstrual cups on the map in Bangladesh

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This country is the first to provide free access to period products for all

Starting in 2019, Safepad Bangladesh has been providing reusable sanitary pads to adolescent girls and women in 37 districts all over the country. Photo: Noor-A-Alam

Safepad Bangladesh: Bridging the gap between women and menstrual health management

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Freedom vending machines helping women maintain menstrual health

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IUB organises 'Laal er Katha' campaign to raise menstrual health awareness

Menstrual health facts everyone should know

Menstrual health facts everyone should know