To improve circumstances, Nicole and Alice, along with many others, are pushing for menstrual leave in the UK for women with ...

For years, female physiology was neglected in medical research – considered “too complex, cyclical or inconvenient”. Now? It ...

And the bleeding was no better. From the day she started her periods on her 14th birthday, Jess, from Somerset, had to double ...

It may still be an uncomfortable subject for some, but periods are a real thing that people need to manage. But what do ...

A traveler says her tampon triggered an alarm in a TSA body scanner, and the story is resonating with menstruating passengers who suspect the machines might be detecting far more than officials admit.

Recent studies have examined what tampons are made of and whether those materials might pose risks — but so far, there is no confirmed link between tampon use and cancer. However, the study did not ...

Two female engineers have found a modern solution to tampon leaks. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Sequel) Tampons have helped women manage their periods for decades. But these feminine ...

Tampons have helped women manage their periods for decades. But these feminine hygiene products aren’t perfect. Tampons are prone to leakage, which can ruin your outfit and your day. Even the fear of ...

Tampons changed the game for people who menstruate when they hit stores in the 1930s. An early tagline, “Tampax Makes Life Worth Living,” was a bit of an overstatement, but tampons were clearly a ...

If you menstruate, it’s totally normal if you find yourself wondering, “Are tampons safe to use?” But let’s start here: It's possible that some of what you've heard isn't totally accurate, and you can ...

People who use tampons will go through an estimated 9,000 to 11,000 of them throughout their lifetime. This is already an impressive number, but if you recently stumbled across a viral video about ...