by admin | Aug 20, 2024 | Resources
For the first time, scientists are observing structural, brain-wide changes related to menstruation. A woman’s brain may change slightly every month, which is directly connected to her menstrual cycles. It is believed both the gray and white matter in the brain...
by admin | Aug 20, 2024 | Resources
For thousands of American girls, access to monthly period products means uninterrupted attendance at school. This can have lasting impacts on far more than just their education. School provides a safe, protected space, particularly for children living in...
by admin | Aug 20, 2024 | Resources
For many recent high school graduates, starting life on a 2 or 4 year college campus can bring unexpected financial challenges, including Period Poverty. College may be the first time a young adult is responsible for their own finances and it is not uncommon to forget...
by admin | Aug 20, 2024 | Resources
The average age at menarche has been decreasing among younger generations in the US, especially among racial minorities and lower socioeconomic statuses. A new study shows that girls born between 2000 and 2005 started their periods at an average age of 11.9 years,...
by admin | Aug 20, 2024 | Resources
Without access to appropriate and adequate period products, millions of American women and girls face serious – and potentially fatal – medical implications. Women who cannot afford menstrual hygiene items often resort to using makeshift options, such as...
