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Tampon disposal is something most people handle automatically, yet it remains a topic surrounded by confusion and bad habits. Many rely on methods that seem convenient in the moment but are harmful to ...

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.

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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 ...

Flushing things down the toilet might seem like an easy way to get rid of waste, but it's not without consequences. Toilets are designed for human waste and toilet paper, but not much else.

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 ...