Despite the occurrence of vaginal ulcers, mucosal alterations, and toxic shock syndrome, large numbers of women continue to find vaginal tampons an acceptable and convenient method of menstrual protec...

Old Internet rumors never die. Is it true that tampons are dangerous due to asbestos, dioxin, and rayon? Tampon safety has improved but toxic shock and other possible risks remain. Here's what you nee...

See how absorbency capacity and real safe wear time collide, from light tampons saturating around 7 hours at 6g to heavy flow super options reaching saturation faster than you might expect. You will a...

Before 1993, women were rarely included in clinical trials. Today, the medical field still doesn’t know how well many drugs and devices work for women.

A National Academies committee held a public hybrid workshop in March 2024 on the state of women’s health research for select conditions and to hear perspectives from the public. Topics included the s...

A new study raises significant concerns about the presence of dangerous metals and chemicals in tampons. Policymakers and manufacturers should act swiftly to ensure tampon safety.

A new UC Berkeley study finds that tampons used during menstruation can contain toxic metals, including lead, arsenic, and cadmium.