Menstrual Health: A Vital Yet Overlooked Aspect of Well-being
Menstrual health is an essential component of overall health, dignity, and gender equality, yet it remains surrounded by stigma, misinformation, and neglect. Every month, millions of people who menstruate face challenges in accessing safe, affordable menstrual products, clean water, and private sanitation facilities. According to global reports, nearly 500 million lack adequate resources for proper menstrual hygiene management, leading to health risks, missed school or work, and social exclusion. Cultural taboos often prevent open conversations, leaving many without accurate knowledge about their own bodies. Promoting menstrual health is not just about providing pads or tampons—it requires comprehensive education, breaking harmful myths, ensuring access to facilities, and fostering an environment where menstruation is treated as a normal biological process. Addressing these needs is a step toward empowering individuals, improving public health, and advancing gender equality.
Designed by Anisha Priya