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6 Of The Funniest Period Stories We've Heard

Excerpts from TABOO's Podcast The Flow: "Embarassing period stories" From false first periods, the bizarre world of tampon application, to learning what the sticky side on a pad is for…have you ever had a horrifically embarrassing period story that you think tops them all? Here are just a few sto...
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How Sustainable are Reusable Period Products?

Words by Millie Smith Throughout recent years, we have learnt about the many downsides to single-use, plastic period products. Countless businesses have altered their product offerings to include reusable alternatives, perhaps even discontinuing the single-use product. Government regulations are ...
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Period Inclusive Workspaces

Period Inclusive Workspaces

Employee wellbeing is a growing and dynamic workplace requirement; but, unsurprisingly, women's needs have long been excluded from the employee wellbeing equation. Women specific workplace needs often start and end at fertility and maternity leave, while menstruation is ignored.
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The Ugly Truth About Gender Bias in Medicine

The Ugly Truth About Gender Bias in Medicine

Gender bias in medicine is complex, but the crux of it is that the medical industry’s overarching failure to appreciate and study the differences between the sexes comprises the quality of care. However, while the issue is complex the answer is plain and simple; don’t assume women are hysterical. Because the reality is, often women are more attuned to their bodies and know when something is wrong. Women are suffering unnecessarily at the hands of the gender bias in medicine, and it needs to stop.
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#TABOOTALKS: UTIs

#TABOOTALKS: UTIs

If you’re a person with a vagina, chances are that you’ve experienced at least one UTI – or Urinary Tract Infection – in your life. They’re irritating, uncomfortable, and sometimes incredibly painful. Ranging from a slight itching sensation down there, to nausea and vomiting, a UTI can easily be dismissed as a small annoyance that comes and goes. However, left untreated, UTIs can pose serious health risks. But don’t worry - TABOO is here to give you the low-down on all things down low.
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Why choose organic cotton tampons?

Why choose organic cotton tampons?

Should I make the switch to organic tampons?    Have you ever thought about what is actually in the tampons you are using every month? Recent discussions have been sparked around the lack of regulation to disclose the ingredients that make up tampons. Chemicals contained within synthetic tampons ...
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