If you ask ChatGPT for some of the biggest myths about periods, you’ll get suggestions like, “You shouldn’t use tampons if you’re a virgin,” “You can’t exercise when you have your period,” and “PMS is ...

When I reflect on what I am loving most about my senior year at Georgetown University, my answer is clear: school restrooms being consistently stocked with menstrual products. Following a long-overdue ...

The majority of women, let's face it, tolerate their periods. Low energy, severe cramps, bloating, and mood swings can all be symptoms of the menstrual cycle. While there are several well-known period ...

Women should avoid blood tests during periods – this is a common notion among people. Is this a myth or reality? Today, this ...

I was recently in the company of a male friend and my menses or what some call ‘shark week’ started earlier than expected. When I informed him of this, he was utterly shocked but what was even more ...

There are 1.8 billion monthly menstruators worldwide. Better understanding the science behind period blood, as well as cultural stigma and period policy, can help menstruators everywhere break down ...

Kate Clancy Hopes you read her new book, “Period: The Real Story of Menstruation,” everywhere: “in libraries, on public transportation, in front of loved ones and strangers.” Clancy, an anthropology ...

In today’s world, open and honest conversations about menstruation are crucial for empowering young girls and helping them navigate this natural process with confidence and understanding. As a parent ...

Take our quiz to find out. By Alisha Haridasani Gupta Illustration by Sophi Gullbrants June 22, 2023 In 1967, after two women died in a pair of bear attacks in Glacier National Park, it was speculated ...

Menstruation is part of human life, yet it is stigmatised and rarely discussed openly. This has far-reaching implications for health, poverty and gender inequity. It’s time for this to change. This ...