This study details the inadequate menstrual hygiene practices and lack of awareness among adolescent girls in an urban slum area in India, emphasizing the need for better education and improved access to sanitary facilities.
Author(s): Deshpande, Tanvi; Patil, Supriya; Gharai, Supriti; Patil, S.; Durgawale, P.
Published: 2018
Language: English
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Adolescence has been recognized as a special period that requires specific attention as it marks the onset of menarche, an important milestone, and hence good hygienic practices during menstruation are crucial to maintain a healthy life. This study was planned to assess knowledge, beliefs, and source of information regarding menstruation, and also to assess hygiene among them.