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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…
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Grant Misinformation Halts Sustainable Feminine Hygiene Research at Southern University
A federal grant awarded to Southern University for researching sustainable feminine hygiene products was abruptly canceled due to misinformation surrounding the project. The grant, titled Project Farm to Feminine Hygiene, aimed to explore alternatives to synthetic menstrual products using natural fibers like regenerative cotton. Additionally, the project included educational outreach for women and girls and…
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Study Reveals Menstrual Hygiene Challenges Among Indian Women
In a recent study, researchers delved into the challenges faced by young women in India regarding proper menstrual hygiene management. The study focused on the exclusive use of hygienic period products during menstruation among women aged 15 to 24. It was found that despite efforts to promote menstrual hygiene, only 76.15% of women in India…
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Collective Action Against Period Poverty in Sri Lanka
Period poverty and the myths surrounding menstruation persist as significant challenges in Sri Lanka, especially impacting women and girls in rural and estate communities. The Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Embassy of France, initiated the Collective Action Against Period Poverty (CAAP) project. This project aims to enhance menstrual hygiene education,…
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NSW Schools Provide Free Menstrual Hygiene Products, Boosting Participation
The NSW Government’s Department of Education has implemented a program to provide free menstrual hygiene products in schools. This initiative aims to remove barriers that hinder students from fully participating in school activities, ensuring they can benefit from their education. The availability of sanitary hygiene products at no cost to schools or students addresses period…
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YAWI Launches Campaign to End Period Stigma in Africa
A campaign to end period stigma and promote menstrual health was recently launched by a community-based organization, Young African Women Initiatives (YAWI). The initiative aims to eradicate harmful stereotypes and barriers that perpetuate gender inequality, particularly affecting adolescent girls. Femfresh Sensitive Intimate Wash 250ml – Fragrance & Colour-Free, With Lotus Flower & Bamboo Extracts, pH…