Zimbabwe: Breaking the Silence On Menstrual Health in Zimbabwe
The article highlights the challenges faced by girls in Zimbabwe regarding menstrual health, including pain, limited access to sanitary products, and inadequate reproductive health services, which hinder education and dignity.
South Africa: Sanitary Pads Safe Despite Chemical Findings Says Health Minister
Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi reassured women and girls in South Africa that sanitary products are safe to use despite the presence of small amounts of chemicals detected in a study.
Tax reform exempts sanitary products and reduces tax on IUDs, but lack of regulation is concerning
Brazil's tax reform provides full tax exemption on menstrual health products and a 60% tax reduction on IUDs, but regulatory concerns remain.
Senegal says company's scandal-plagued sanitary pads are safe
Senegal's health minister confirmed the safety of menstrual pads produced by a Chinese firm involved in a scandal over expired materials, stating that no products with unsuitable materials made it to the market.
Hwaseong City to Create 'Public Sanitary Pads'… Lowering Prices Following President's Critique
Hwaseong City in South Korea is introducing public sanitary pads to reduce the financial burden of menstrual products, responding to concerns raised by President Lee Jae-myung.
Aesthetics clinic shut down for operating without a license and selling medication used in slimming pens in Americana
An aesthetics clinic in Americana, Brazil, was shut down for operating without a sanitary license and selling contraband medication related to slimming products.
South Africa: Government Calls for Regulatory Assurance for Menstrual Hygiene Products
The South African government is seeking regulatory assurances regarding menstrual hygiene products after a study found harmful chemicals in sanitary pads and pantyliners.
President Yoon's Criticism Leads to Introduction of 99 Won Sanitary Pads by Homeplus, First among Large Supermarkets
Homeplus has launched sanitary pads priced at 99 won each, becoming the first large supermarket to do so following President Yoon's criticism of high sanitary pad prices.
The ‘100 Won Sanitary Napkin’ Mentioned by the President… Moving Beyond a One-Time Event
Following President Lee Jae-myung's criticism of high sanitary napkin prices, a new 100 won sanitary napkin is set to launch, raising consumer hopes but also concerns about its quality and safety.
At the Olympic Village, condoms with the Region's logo, Fontana: "Prevention and common sense"
The Olympic Village is providing free condoms and sanitary products for athletes, as highlighted by Spanish flag bearer Olivia Smart in a viral video.
Ministry of Agriculture unifies and simplifies rules for the entry of agricultural products into Brazil
The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture has unified and simplified guidelines for what agricultural products can be brought into the country by travelers.
Anger mounts in Senegal over sanitary pad scandal
In Senegal, public outrage grows over allegations that a Chinese firm used expired materials in sanitary products, leading to a government demand for withdrawal and an ongoing investigation.
CSO promotes menstrual hygiene in Bauchi schools
A Bauchi-based civil society organization has donated sanitary products to local schools to support menstrual hygiene and enhance school attendance among adolescent girls.