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Zoe Sugg, Maisie Williams partner with WaterAid to launch ‘period bags’
The charity project has been launched to try and tackle the stigma surrounding periods.
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Period pants still being hit with VAT tax despite pads and tampons getting off the hook from 2021
The government has responded after a petition generated more than 11,000 signatures.
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Flushable sanitary pads are here to help periods become more sustainable
The new pads can be flushed after use and break down like toilet roll.
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Pantone releases new colour to tackle the stigma surrounding menstruation
The crimson red hue has been inspired by periods.
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Superdrug launches range of sanitary products for 'people who menstruate'
The inclusive move comes weeks after Harry Potter author JK Rowling was embroiled in a debate over using the phrase 'people who menstruate' rather than 'women'
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The potential cancer sign that many women are ignoring
Unexpected vaginal bleeding can be a key symptom of gynaecological cancer.
Yahoo Life UKBodyform's advert is the boundary-breaking period campaign women have been waiting for
The advert tackles everything from menstruation to menopause, and everything in between.
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Period poverty 'getting worse' because of lockdown, charity finds
Without access to free products at school, many girls are unable to get period products.
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Is lockdown impacting our periods?
Stress and anxiety can cause shifts in your normal cycle.
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Here's why you shouldn't use crochet tampons as an environmentally friendly alternative
Handmade tampons don’t have to pass rigorous safety tests.
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Pregnancy and breastfeeding lowers risk of early menopause, study finds
This is because ovulation stops during menopause and slows down during breastfeeding.
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This is how much you could save in a lifetime by swapping from tampons to a menstrual cup
Periods cost women an average of £18k by the time they die...
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Company becomes first in the UK to offer women flexible working during periods
Thousands of women are too embarrassed to mention their periods at work.
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8 of the best feminine hygiene products for cleaning down there
We've selected the most natural, gentle washes worthy of any shower-time routine.
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Reusable period pants to swap for tampons and pads
You might be under the misconception that period underwear is like an adult nappy.
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Women are spending £5,000 on period products in their lifetime
The average woman spends around £10.24 on period products every month.
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Woman begs doctors for hysterectomy at 29 due to crippling periods
Kate Spargo, a mum-of-two from Truro, Cornwall, first asked doctors for a hysterectomy at the age of 25 – due to terrible period pain.
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Dad praised for brilliant way he handled daughter's first period
The dad handled the situation like a boss.
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A third of male workers think discussing periods at work is unprofessional
When will the period stigma end?
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Women are using code names for periods and it is deepening the taboo
Why can we still not talk about periods?
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Menstrual cups: everything you need to know
Should you consider switching to this new product? We investigate the pros and the cons.
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Period-proof swimwear for teenagers has landed
No more stressing about swimming pool leaks.
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Always removes packaging's female symbol to make sanitary towels inclusive
Always, owned by Proctor & Gamble, will remove the feminine Venus logo from its packaging.
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The great period taboo: Why can't we talk about them?
It’s something that happens to 50% of the population, so why are they such a taboo subject?
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Holland & Barrett launches high street’s first reusable period-wear range
The high street retailer is offering affordable and eco-friendly options for women and girls.
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Wear Zara's cult polka-dot dress for good cause this week
Zara dress sisters, it’s time to unite.