Overview
- A study from Children's National Hospital found that 32.9% of teens aged 13 to 21 experience period poverty.
- The lack of access to menstrual products is consistent across different races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Using unhygienic alternatives like rags or tissues increases the risk of bacterial infections and other health issues.
- Period poverty can lead to missed school and work, contributing to broader societal and health impacts.
- Experts call for policy changes and public health programs to ensure affordable and accessible menstrual products for all.