Period poverty – a bloody big problem

Societal attitudes and policies relating to menstrual health have come a long way, but it’s not enough to ease the burden of ‘period poverty’. What still needs to be done?

By Suzanne Harrison

Each month, 14-year-old Charlotte endures heavy periods that can cause enough pain for her to miss school.

With her mother, Charlotte sought medical help and was lucky that her doctor made her feel supported and that her concerns were not being dismissed....

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