The case for free tampons (no, this is not satire)

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http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2014/aug/11/free-tampons-cost-feminine-hygiene-products?commentpage=1

by Jessica Valenti
August 11, 2014

For too many girls, the products that mark “becoming a woman” are luxuries, not givens. And for young women worldwide, getting your period means new expenses, days away from school and risking regular infections. All because too many governments don’t recognize feminine hygiene as a health issue.

We need to move beyond the stigma of “that time of the month” – women’s feminine hygiene products should be free for all, all the time.

(excerpt. more at link above)