Feminine Hygiene

• Schools in Rural Lithuania Address Female Hygiene Access Challenges
  In rural Lithuania, young women face challenges attending school due to the lack of access to female hygiene products in local shops. This issue has led to girls missing multiple days of school, impacting their education and well-being. Femfresh Daily Intimate Wash 600ml – pH & Microbiome Balanced, With Aloe Vera & Calendula Extracts, 94%… Read more: Schools in Rural Lithuania Address Female Hygiene Access Challenges
• D.C. United Partners with Sequel for Inclusive Period Amenities
  D.C. United has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Sequel, a leading feminine hygiene products provider, to offer complimentary tampons to players and staff at the Inova Performance Complex and all Audi Field events. This collaboration sets a new standard in professional sports by ensuring that all women athletes and sports fans have access to… Read more: D.C. United Partners with Sequel for Inclusive Period Amenities
• Grant Mislabeling Sparks Backlash: Feminine Hygiene Research Disrupted
  A US federal grant aimed at researching feminine hygiene products was abruptly terminated due to false labeling as a study on transgender menstrual cycles, revealing the repercussions of misinformation in a swift cost-cutting drive. Spearheaded by Elon Musk, a key advisor to former President Donald Trump, the Department of Government Efficiency initiated drastic budget reductions… Read more: Grant Mislabeling Sparks Backlash: Feminine Hygiene Research Disrupted
• Addressing Period Poverty: Empowering Girls Through Menstrual Health Education
  Millions of girls across Africa face the harsh reality of missing school every month due to the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products. In countries like Uganda, the disparity in school attendance rates between girls and boys is exacerbated by the challenges of managing menstruation. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) estimates that around… Read more: Addressing Period Poverty: Empowering Girls Through Menstrual Health Education
• Economic Empowerment Boosts Self-Esteem in Ugandan Adolescent Girls
  In Uganda, adolescent girls face challenges related to menstrual hygiene management, especially those from low-income families. A study conducted in Southwestern Uganda assessed the impact of economic empowerment and family-strengthening interventions on the self-esteem of adolescent girls, considering cultural attitudes and menstrual hygiene knowledge. The research involved a 3-arm Cluster Randomized Control Trial, Suubi4Her study,… Read more: Economic Empowerment Boosts Self-Esteem in Ugandan Adolescent Girls
• Namdev Finvest Empowers Underserved Communities Through Education Initiatives
  Namdev Finvest, through its CSR arm Namdev Foundation, has initiated impactful programs to enhance education and hygiene for underserved children in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The company established a fully-equipped E-Library at Mahatma Gandhi Government School in Boythawala, Jaipur, providing students with modern learning resources and digital tools. In addition to the library, essential furniture and educational… Read more: Namdev Finvest Empowers Underserved Communities Through Education Initiatives
• RSPCA Urges Public Help After Neglected Cocker Spaniel Tragedy
  An appeal has been launched by the RSPCA following the distressing discovery of a female cocker spaniel in a severely neglected state in the Hartlebury Common area near Stourport-on-Severn. The emaciated black/tan dog, found on May 7, was immediately taken to a vet in Kidderminster, where sadly, due to her critical condition, she had to… Read more: RSPCA Urges Public Help After Neglected Cocker Spaniel Tragedy
• Female IDF Combat Medics Prove Vital on Front Lines
  Female combat medics in the IDF are breaking barriers and proving their mettle on the front lines. Lieutenant A, a physician and commanding officer in the Battalion Aid Station of the Givati Brigade, leads a team of three paramedics who provide medical care under fire alongside combat troops. These women underwent rigorous training and were… Read more: Female IDF Combat Medics Prove Vital on Front Lines
• Global Glacial Acrylic Acid Market Surges, Exceeding $3.6M by 2034
  InsightAce Analytic Pvt. Ltd. has released a market assessment report on the global glacial acrylic acid market, projecting a significant growth trajectory, with estimations indicating a value exceeding USD 3.6 million by 2034 and a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period. Glacial acrylic acid (GAA) plays a pivotal role as a key raw material… Read more: Global Glacial Acrylic Acid Market Surges, Exceeding $3.6M by 2034
• MP Shawn Loh Leads Community Cleanup Effort in Whampoa Drive Hoarding Situation
  A recent cleanup operation led by newly appointed Jalan Besar MP Shawn Loh addressed a concerning situation in Whampoa Drive. The residence of an elderly woman, identified as Madam Chen, had accumulated so many items that it raised significant hygiene issues, with stagnant water attracting mosquitoes and leaking into the unit below. Generic Portable Grabber… Read more: MP Shawn Loh Leads Community Cleanup Effort in Whampoa Drive Hoarding Situation