Tampons

• FDA launches probe after study finds trace toxic metals in tampon brands

  The U.S. FDA has launched an investigation into the safety of tampons following a study that found trace amounts of toxic metals, such as arsenic and lead, in various brands.

  Consumer

  Sep 11, 2024
  
• Tampons may have ‘toxic levels’ of lead and arsenic in them, study warns

  Tampons sold under various popular brands may contain toxic metals such as arsenic and lead, according to a recent study out of the University of Berkeley in California.

  Health

  Jul 9, 2024
  
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• College, City of Winnipeg build on free menstrual product accessibility

  'One in three Canadian women have to choose between purchasing menstrual products over other essentials. That's a large demographic in our college community.'

  Canada

  May 28, 2024
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• Free menstrual products now required in some Canadian workplaces. Which ones?

  Free menstrual products are now available to thousands of employees at federally regulated workplaces across Canada. Here's what to know.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2023
• Saskatchewan government to distribute millions of menstrual products to shelters, schools

  Through a partnership with the provincial government and Shoppers Drug Mart’s Shopper’s Foundation for Women’s Health, a new three-year initiative has been announced.

  Health

  Oct 24, 2023
• Many women struggle to afford menstrual products. A new federal project aims to help

  As the cost of living continue to rise across Canada, many women are forced to choose between feeding their families and buying menstrual products, according to advocates.

  Canada

  Sep 21, 2023
• Period inflation? Why more workplaces are being urged to offer free pads, tampons

  A majority of Canadians who menstruate say period products are over-priced in the country with 23 per cent saying they’re 'very expensive,' a recent survey shows.

  Health

  Jun 13, 2023
• Free menstrual products will be available at federal workplaces later this year 

  Starting in December, federally regulated workplaces will be required to make pads and tampons available at no cost to public servants.

  Canada

  May 10, 2023
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• National menstrual equity pilot project included in federal budget

  Over six months since the Liberals committed to creating a menstrual equity fund, the federal government has proposed the pilot project in its 2022 budget.

  Economy

  Apr 8, 2022
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• TVDSB to extend free menstrual products program to all elementary schools

  Wednesday's announcement is the latest extension of a Thames Valley District School Board program that began as a student-led initiative in 2017.

  Education

  Jun 17, 2021