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Athletes’ Menstrual Health: Trends from Tokyo to Beijing

April 12, 2026

In recent years, scientists have watched how female Olympic competitors in Japan handle their menstrual cycles. They noticed that the number of athletes who report problems like severe cramps or missed periods has changed over seven Olympic Games. The study followed thousands of athletes from both t

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Money‑Saving Ideas for Menstrual Care in Maine

April 11, 2026

In many households across Maine, women and girls quietly calculate how much of their paycheck goes toward pads, tampons or a clean pair of underwear. The reality is that about one in four residents cannot buy these basic items without sacrificing rent, food or utilities. This hidden struggle is ofte

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Listening to Your Body: A New Way to Work Out

January 14, 2026

In Los Angeles, a new fitness studio is changing how women approach workouts. FOLM, which opened in 2025, tailors exercises to the different phases of the menstrual cycle. The idea is simple: listen to your body and choose workouts that match your energy levels. The studio offers classes for high-e

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Periods on Pause: The Truth About Skipping Your Cycle

May 21, 2025

Birth control methods have evolved far beyond just preventing pregnancy. Many people use them to manage or even skip their periods. This is done through continuous use of hormonal birth control, which means no breaks from the hormones. This approach can stop the usual bleeding, cramps, and other per

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Girls in Bali: How Online Info Shapes Menstrual Health Learning

January 9, 2025

These days, having enough and correct information about menstrual health is crucial for teenagers. Mobile phones are everywhere, so young people often look for or bump into menstrual health information online using websites, social media, or health apps. But even though online info is important, mos

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Talking Periods: A Movie That Breaks Taboos

October 30, 2024

Do you remember your first period? Talking about it can be tough, but a new film called 'ME Period' is changing the game. Created by the Black Women's Health Imperative, this movie features real stories and mother-daughter duos like Tabitha and Choyce Brown. It's all about getting honest about menst