There are so many click-bait, fear-filled headlines about lead and other metals in tampons.
Remember, scaring women about vaginal health is highly profitable.
I evaluated the study in question, and there is no cause for alarm. 1/
Despite VAT scrap on #pads, we've an increase in period product prices, and a lack of variety on the market ‘some brands disappearing for the last 5 months’. What does it mean for our journey to fight period poverty and promote #MHM? Ejo, we host a space to address this issue.
We're launching the #PeriodFriendlyWorld campaign! Introducing #PeriodFriendlyRwanda to break the stigma, ensure access, and provide education on menstrual health.
Join us in creating a supportive world for all. Share your stories and spread the word!
#MHM24#EndPeriodPoverty
From pushing for policies that help improve #MenstrualHygiene, to educating women and girls about menstruation and their bodies, here are 6️⃣ organizations working toward better period management in Africa ⬇️ https://t.co/nEZsF8lQzv
🩸🌍 What do decision-makers have to do with a PeriodFriendlyWorld? 📜
The Rwanda Girl Guides Association brings it to the point: They are the ones who need to put in place intentional policies to end period poverty and create safe spaces for all.
#PeriodFriendlyWorld#MHDay2024
@namlyd Have you considered reusable options, such as menstruation cups or period underwear? (Then you don’t need to worry about availability of tampons.)
Ladies, let's hear your story.
While using any contraceptives (pills,implant or injections). What are the side effects u have the most, or how has it affected your body changes ,mood or hormones.
Catalonia has begun providing free reusable menstrual cups, period underwear and cloth pads at pharmacies #menstruation#periodproducts https://t.co/XWhARs0Sy5
Terrific story — well worth your time — about the mental health challenges of going through precocious puberty, which is happening to more and more little girls around the world. By @statnews' Alexa Lee.
https://t.co/fFmh4Ft3WM
Menstruating during Ramadan - Do animals also menstruate? - Help! My tampon hurts - Painful menstrual pads? - We proudly present: the Period Blog Post Top 10! https://t.co/QuizP64TTU
✨Exciting Partnership Alert!
You can’t afford to miss this raw and candid interactive fireside chat fused with great music, curated by Masozera Africa & Sofar Kigali.
Mark your calendars and look out for more information on the mysterious speaker and other exciting details!