Menstruation: News
Govinda's daughter faces backlash for calling menstrual cramps 'psychological'
Tina Ahuja, daughter of Bollywood actor Govinda, has landed in a controversy after her recent comments on menstrual pain.
Tahira Kashyap defends controversial period scene in 'Sharmajee Ki Beti'
Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, the director of Sharmajee Ki Beti, has defended a scene in her film that portrays actual period blood stains.
Weird wellness trends that are emerging in 2024
Over the years, the concept of wellness has taken many shapes. Today, with ancient practices having mingled with avant-garde ideas, the pursuit of well-being has taken on unexpected and sometimes whimsical routes.
World Menopause Day: Expert advice for mental well-being
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, signifying the end of her reproductive years. Typically occurring in the late 40s to early 50s, it marks the cessation of menstruation.
Yoga asanas that heal menstrual cramps
While every woman's menstrual cycle is unique, a significant number endure severe cramps and discomfort, making it an unpleasant experience.
Essential guide for menstrual hygiene care
Menstruation, a crucial biological process for women, demands heightened self-care.
Signs that you have PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age.
Painful periods explained: A comprehensive guide to dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea, also referred to as menstrual cramps or painful periods, is a condition that affects many women around the world.
Toxic shock syndrome: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
Did you know that certain strains of bacteria could lead to life-threatening conditions? Well, one such condition is toxic shock syndrome or TSS.
Menophobia: How to deal with period-related fears
Menstruation is not the same for everyone. While some feel mild discomfort during the periods, many others may experience intense anxiety and emotional distress.
How to get better sleep during periods
Comfort is the key to peaceful sleep. This stays true even when you are menstruating.
Period travel hack: Tips to manage periods during travel
Getting your period while you are enjoying your vacation or work trip is an absolute buzzkill. We totally get it.
Menstrual Hygiene Day: Understanding the myths and facts around mensuration
Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed annually on May 28 to draw attention to the significance of menstrual hygiene and to the problems that individuals without access to sanitary products confront.
Sanitary pads in schools: A positive step toward menstrual health
Menstrual health has long been a taboo topic in India, resulting in limited access to menstrual hygiene products and proper education for young girls and boys.
Drink these 5 homemade beverages to manage menstrual cramps
Is it that annoying time of the month again when you need to tackle your cramps while struggling with work?
SC junks menstrual leave PIL, says could discourage women's hiring
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a mandate to all states to frame rules regarding menstrual leaves in educational institutions and workplaces.
Spain becomes the first European country to approve menstrual leave
Several women suffer from menstrual cramps and tremendous pain during periods and find it difficult to concentrate at their workplace which affects their productivity.
5 unique menstrual rituals around the world
Menstruation is not only about physical transformation in a girl's body, but it also involves celebration and honor in different cultures across the globe.
5 period rituals in different Indian states
One of the turning points in a girl's life, menstruation not only brings in hormonal changes but is also a sign that the girl is now transitioning into a woman.
Scotland becomes first country to provide free period products
With the implementation of a new law on Monday, Scotland will reportedly be the first nation in the world to safeguard the right to access free menstrual products.
Possible link between COVID-19 vaccination and menstrual cycle changes: Study
Thousands of women around the world have reported suffering various period problems, including changes to their menstrual cycle, after taking the COVID-19 vaccine.
Menstruating women denied COVID-19 jab at centers in Karnataka
Health workers at some vaccination centers in Karnataka have been asking menstruating women to take the COVID-19 shot once their cycle ends, The Times of India reported.
Menstrual Hygiene Day: How 'Pad Man' kick-started conversation around menstruation
Menstruation is still a taboo topic, even among the educated community.
Chandigarh woman's eyes bleed when she's menstruating. Find out why
In a bizarre medical case, doctors were puzzled to see a woman walk into the emergency room at a hospital in Chandigarh crying tears of blood.
#NewsBytesExclusive: IIT-Delhi engineer, whose start-up focuses on female-hygiene, gets candid
It's no secret that menstruation invites frowns and tight-lips. No one really wants to talk about it, but there are some who are not only starting conversations but also taking it to another level.
New advertisement questions what would happen if all men menstruated
The conversations around menstrual hygiene is slowly finding their way to common discourse. Dismantling age-old taboos and misconceptions takes its time and a period-proof underwear manufacturer, Thinx, is hoping to smoothen the process.
IIT girls develop affordable, eco-friendly device to clean reusable sanitary-napkins
Two IIT students have invented an innovative low-cost, eco-friendly device that not only offers a solution to menstrual health and hygiene but also reduces biomedical waste.
#HealthBytes: Top online resources to learn about sex
If one goes by history, it is clear that relying on schools to teach you or your teenagers sex education is a bad idea.
Indian women losing uteruses over illiteracy, unemployment
A few months ago, there were reports of several cases of hysterectomies (surgical removal of the uterus) among women sugarcane cutters in Beed, Maharashtra.
Factories found giving illegal 'painkillers' to women during periods
Much has been said of the exploitation of labor in our capitalist world, but it's not enough given how toxic labor abuse can get.
Mumbai: 100+ sanitary-pad vending-machines to be installed for Police personnel
In an attempt to improve menstrual hygiene among its women personnel, the Mumbai Police has decided to set up sanitary pad vending machines at 140 locations across the city.
Bareilly man sets up 'PadBank,' distributes sanitary napkins for free
Despite being a completely natural biological process, menstruation is often brushed off as a taboo topic in the Indian society, particularly among the uneducated rural masses.
New 'period emoji' is for a greater cause. Here's why
In the era of text messages and smartphones, an emoji is worth a thousand words.
Nepal: Woman banished in 'menstruation' hut dies of suffocation
In a tragic incident, a woman in Nepal is suspected to have died due to smoke inhalation while she was banished to a hut during her period.
Indian Railways helps woman passenger on period with sanitary pad
Traveling during menstruation can be daunting.
#HealthBytes: 5 simple ways to deal with period pain
During menstruation, discomfort around the abdomen, lower-back and thighs is common.
#HealthBytes: 5 home-remedies to get relief from menstrual cramps
During menstruation, discomfort around the abdomen, lower-back and thighs is common.
PMS+Depression: Here's what PMS does to my depression
Last week, I had my period. Normal, right? Well, not normal.
#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items that can help induce menstruation
To have a balanced hormone levels in the body, and general mental and physical well-being, regular menstruation is important for every woman.
Menstruation, an inevitable biological process, yet a taboo
Menstruation has been stigmatized since time immemorial. It is considered a taboo and women undergoing it called impure, in spite of menstruation being an inevitable monthly occurrence.
Menstruation, an inevitable biological process, yet a taboo
Menstruation has been stigmatized since time immemorial. It is considered a taboo and women undergoing it called impure, in spite of menstruation being an inevitable monthly occurrence.
'We use ash/dust/sand during menstruation,no sanitary-pads': Maid's tale moves employer
Akshay Kumar-Sonam Kapoor-Radhika Apte starrer 'Padman' brought to attention a crippling problem in India, where sanitary napkins are a luxury rather than a necessity.
How is Rajasthan dealing with taboo around menstruation?
With Akshay Kumar's recent film 'PadMan' bringing the issue of menstruation mainstream, Rajasthan is trying to go the extra mile by creating awareness on the taboo subject of menstrual health with specially designed campaigns.
Phullu's director accuses PadMan makers of cheap publicity
PadMan might have averted its clash with the magnum opus Padmaavat, but there seems to be a bigger and a more serious clash awaiting it.
'PadMan' to be screened at the Oxford Union
If you thought 'PadMan' would face loses due to its clash with the most controversial movie of the year, 'Padmaavat', wait till you read about its recent feat.
Akshay reveals the age he got to know about menstruation
Actor Akshay Kumar who is known for his socially relevant films will be next seen in another such film titled 'PadMan' which deals with taboos surrounding menstruation.
Can PadMan help address India's period woes?
In India, condoms and bindis/sindoor are tax-free, but not sanitary pads.
Himachal's Kullu district begins 2018 by raising awareness about periods
Attacking an age-old tradition, Himachal's Kullu district welcomed the new year by spreading awareness about periods.
Manushi Chhillar, Haryana CM announce free sanitary napkins for schoolgirls
Now that Manushi Chhillar has won the Miss World crown, she is taking on the social campaigns she said she would.
'Sabarimala will become a sex-tourism spot if women are allowed'
The Sabarimala Temple board chief has major problems with women being allowed inside. He seems to have pretty strong reasons: if women enter, the temple will turn into a "sex tourism spot like Thailand", he believes.
Why are these health workers collecting used menstrual pads?
India has a quarter of the world's cervical cancer patients. The European Journal of Cancer Prevention attempted to understand why this disease was prevalent.
12-year-old kills herself over period-shaming. Time to wake up now?
In a tragic case, a 12-year-old student in Tamil Nadu's Tirunelvelli killed herself allegedly after she was period-shamed by her teacher.