Meena was a cheerful young women of 28.

Meena died after a brief illness.

Meena used an old blouse during her period which had hooks of iron, possibly rusted!

Rusted hooks caused infection in her genital area which spread through the blood stream as sepsis.

Meena could have lived longer and happier if she had used safe, clean and hygienic product during her period.

No body should die like Meena because of lack of awareness, knowledge and resources.

Meena’s story underscores the paramount need for comprehensive menstrual hygiene management education. This entails understanding the appropriate products or materials to utilize, the frequency of change, proper disposal methods, and the potential health risks associated with poor hygiene practices during menstruation.

Lack of correct and timely education increases the chances of,

–  Diseases like reproductive & urinary tract infections; even cervical cancer

–  Complications with conception; infertility

–  Low self-esteem and confidence

–  Carrying forward of age-old myths and taboos associated with periods

–  Shame or lack of education means that many women do not seek medical advice

–  Loss of productivity/attendance at work and school

Menstrual health education is a powerful tool for fostering awareness, understanding, and positive attitudes toward menstruation. It goes beyond biological aspects, addressing social, cultural, and economic dimensions to create a supportive environment that enables individuals to manage their menstrual health with dignity and confidence.

Against this backdrop, menstrual health education emerges as a potent tool for empowerment and societal progress.