Menstruation and human rights

Menstruation and human rights

How is menstruation related to human rights? When does menstruation start? What are common myths and taboos about menstruation? What is period poverty? What is menstruation? What is the menstrual cycle? Menstruation is the process in which the uterus sheds blood and tissue through the vagina. This is a natural and healthy process for girls and women of reproductive age. In Western communities, this is often called “the period.” It typically lasts 2 to 5 days, but this varies by individual. When a person begins to menstruate, this is called menarche. The age of menarche varies by individual. Menstruation is...

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