Girls in the U.S. are getting their period earlier. Here's what ... - NPR
WEBJun 2, 2024 · Girls in the U.S. are getting their first period earlier than in decades past. Researchers say there are multiple factors causing early puberty, including obesity and environmental pollutants.
Girls Are Starting Their Periods Earlier. Here’s Why That Matters ...
WEBMay 30, 2024 · A new study, published Wednesday, found that girls are starting their menstrual cycles earlier now than in previous decades. The trend is more pronounced for girls from minority groups and...
What To Know About PFAS Chemicals in Menstrual Products | TIME
WEBFeb 9, 2023 · PFAS, also known as 'forever chemicals,' have been detected in tampons, pads, period underwear, and more. Experts worry about health risks.
How Young People Are Making Period Products More Sustainable …
WEBJan 20, 2022 · Reusable products represent only a fraction of menstruation supplies purchased in the United States — Americans spend $1.8 billion on pads and $1 billion on tampons yearly, which dwarfs sales of...
Period Poverty – why millions of girls and women cannot afford …
WEBMay 24, 2024 · Find out what is period poverty and who is affected. Millions of women and girls worldwide still cannot afford menstrual products or access water and sanitation facilities to manage their menstrual health and hygiene.
Periods - BBC News
WEBJun 20, 2024 · The comedian turning her period condition into a stand-up show. Edinburgh, Fife & East. 13 August13 Aug. Government seeks period product provider. Jersey. 12 August12 Aug. 'Menopause must be...
Kids are starting menstruation earlier, study shows. Here is what …
WEBMay 30, 2024 · CNN — Younger generations are getting their first periods earlier, and the length of time it takes to become regular is changing — which could point to later health problems, according to a new...
Periods - BBC News
WEBJun 11, 2024 · Council to trial scheme to tackle period poverty. The authority will discuss providing period products in libraries and children and family centres. All the latest content about Periods from...
Period poverty - BBC News
WEBSep 5, 2024 · Period poverty - BBC News. 4 Sep 2024. Free period products on offer at libraries. The scheme aims to break the stigma around periods by offering products in Staffordshire, the council says....
Periods arriving earlier for younger generations | News | Harvard …
WEBMay 29, 2024 · Boston, MA—The average age at menarche—the first menstrual period—has been decreasing among younger generations in the U.S., especially those belonging to racial minorities and lower socioeconomic statuses, according to a new study led by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.