A recent experiment shed light on the “pink tax,” or the price discrepancy that comes with purchasing female-branded products that are essentially identical to male products. But how about the extra cost that comes with a biological function women cannot control? Women’s monthly periods are costing them much more than the pain of menstrual cramps. […]
For Homeless Women, Getting Their Period Is One of the Most Difficult Challenges
TODOR TSVETKOV VIA GETTY IMAGES Homeless women typically know where to find a safe place to sleep or a hot meal to eat. But when it comes to taking care of their feminine hygiene needs, they often have nowhere to turn. Tampons and sanitary pads usually top the list of needs at shelters, since they’re […]