Tag: menstrual hygiene kit
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Addressing Menstrual Hygiene Challenges for Women’s Reproductive Health
Menstrual hygiene is a critical aspect of women’s reproductive health, with poor hygiene practices potentially leading to various infections and long-term complications. Despite advancements in women’s health, menstrual hygiene remains a neglected public health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries. The repercussions of inadequate menstrual hygiene extend beyond social and psychological impacts, directly jeopardizing…
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Regional Council and NGO Donate Menstrual Supplies to Schoolgirls
The Ahafo Regional Co-ordinating Council (RCC) and Netcentric Campaigns, a US-based non-profit organization, collaborated to donate sanitary pads and educational materials to 500 basic school girls in the region. This initiative aimed to promote proper menstrual hygiene and reduce stigma surrounding menstruation. The donation, which included 5,000 exercise books and 500 school bags, targeted girls…
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UN Resolution Elevates Menstrual Health as Human Rights Priority
Menstrual health is a critical aspect of women’s well-being and dignity, recognized as a fundamental human right for over half of the global population experiencing menstruation. The significance of menstrual hygiene management (MHM) in advancing health and gender equality was underscored by a landmark resolution passed at the 56th session of the United Nations Human…
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DWU Empowers Women with Menstrual Health Education Initiative
Divine Word University (DWU) recently spearheaded a crucial initiative to elevate women’s health through a series of menstrual health and hygiene awareness sessions conducted in partnership with Queen Pads. These sessions, overseen by DWU Alumni and Queen Pads Founder Ms. Anne-Shirley Korave, engaged more than 200 female students. The timing of these sessions was significant…
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Empowering Cuban Women: Fighting Period Poverty Through Education
Period poverty is a global issue affecting around 500 million women and girls worldwide. In Latin America, a significant number of school-aged girls miss classes during their periods due to a lack of access to sanitary products. However, progress has been made in several countries like Mexico and Colombia, where value-added tax and “pink taxes”…
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Addressing Menstrual Hygiene Challenges for Women in Flood-Prone Bangladesh
Women and adolescent girls in flood-prone regions of Bangladesh face significant challenges in managing menstrual hygiene, impacting their health and well-being. A study conducted in districts like Noakhali, Feni, Barisal, Khulna, and Satkhira highlighted barriers such as lack of sanitation facilities, inadequate supplies of menstrual hygiene products, and socio-cultural taboos. These challenges are compounded during…
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Fresh Anonna Launches Nationwide University Campaign for Menstrual Hygiene
Fresh Anonna Sanitary Napkin, a leading brand under the Meghna Group of Industries, has launched a nationwide university campaign to raise awareness about menstrual hygiene. In partnership with Excellence Bangladesh, the brand has kickstarted the initiative in 15 universities, as announced in a recent press release. Femfresh Sensitive Intimate Wash 250ml – Fragrance & Colour-Free,…
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Study Reveals Disparities in Menstrual Hygiene Practices in Nepal
A recent study conducted in Nepal has shed light on the hygienic menstrual practices among women of reproductive age. The study, based on data from the Nepal Demographic Health Survey 2022, revealed that only 48% of Nepalese women aged 15-49 exclusively used hygienic methods during menstruation. Factors influencing this practice were identified through multilevel logistic…
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Study Reveals Barriers to Menstrual Hygiene in Ethiopian Schools
In Bahir Dar city, northwest Ethiopia, a qualitative study was conducted to assess the barriers towards menstrual hygiene management among school communities. The research aimed to shed light on the challenges faced by schoolgirls in maintaining safe menstrual hygiene practices, highlighting the urgent need for targeted interventions. The study, led by Yimenu Adane from the…
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Study Reveals Challenges in Menstrual Hygiene Practices Among IDPs
In a cross-sectional study conducted in the IDPs camps of Shire town in the Tigray region of Ethiopia, researchers investigated menstrual hygiene management practices among reproductive age females. Menstruation is a natural occurrence for females of reproductive age, but improper management can lead to health complications and reduced quality of life. The study aimed to…