menstruation
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On Women
How Menstrual Cycles Affect Women’s Mental Health
When it’s that time of the month, do you find yourself feeling like fuck-the-world-and-everyone-in-it? Do you feel down, anxious, grumpy, or irritable? Well, you’re not alone. Most women, over 90%, experience symptoms during the different…
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Fact Check
Scientifically Unproven: Pineapple peel and Lime said to aid Menstrual Cleansing and Flow
Claim On Oct. 28, 2024, a Facebook group user, Natural Remedy Home, claimed that boiling pineapple with lime orange can help menstrual problems. The post had a significant engagement, receiving 113 likes and seven comments.…
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Education
For many schoolgirls with disabilities, rags are alternatives to pads
Ahead of her 5-day menstrual flow, Precious Ejiofor*, a student with autism spectrum with flexion of the wrist, struggles to fold clothes into reasonable sizes for her menstrual flow as she cannot afford to purchase…
