hygiene products

February 21, 2022 0 Comments

War souvenirs: tampons and pads

Did you know? During World War 1, army nurses realised that bandages made of wood pulp could also be used as menstrual pads. Tampons also have a link with the war industry. (…)

Body & Mind

June 9, 2019 0 Comments

Good reader question

How often do you need to change a sanitary pad? Good question. Probably it’s more often than you think. (…)

Facts & Figures

June 5, 2019 0 Comments

A bloody mess!

What a waste. Every month, women throw about 25 hygienic products in the thrash. Something to consider, especially on World Environment Day.(…)

Facts & Figures

September 16, 2015 1 Comment

Toxic tampon (4): gone up in flames?

Tampons can contain toxins and cause TSS. At least, that’s what rumours say. Do people make a big fuss about nothing? Period investigates the matter.

Facts & Figures

September 3, 2015 0 Comments

Toxic tampon (3): rayon?

They can contain toxins and cause TSS. At least, that’s what rumours say. Are tampons really that dangerous or do people make a big fuss about nothing? Period investigates the matter. Part 3: rayon.

Facts & Figures

June 27, 2015 0 Comments

Toxic tampon (2): dioxins?

Tampons can contain toxins and cause TSS. At least, that’s what rumours say. Do people make a big fuss about nothing? Period investigates the matter. Part 2: dioxins.

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