Mensuratiinal Hygiene Day _28 May 2023

 

*Menstrual Hygiene Day date: Why is it celebrated on May* *28* ?

Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed every year on the 28th day of the fifth month because menstrual cycle averages 28 days in length and people on an average menstruate for five days each month.

 *Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023* *Theme* 

The theme for Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023 is - ' _Making menstruation a_ _normal fact of life by 2030._ 

 *List of common menstrual products that can ensure* *hygiene during periods* 

1) Menstrual pads

2) Menstrual cups

3) Organic cotton tampons

4) Period panties

5) Reusable cloth pads

 *Tips for menstrual hygiene*

 _As per CDC, these are the_ _guidelines one must follow_ _for a healthy period:_ 

Wash your hands before and after using a menstrual product.

Do not flush the menstrual products down the toilet and instead wrap them with a toilet paper or tissue and dispose them in a dustbin.

Sanitary pads must be changed every few hours even if the flow is light.

 Change them more frequently if the flow is heavy.

Change tampons every 4-8 hours.

In case of menstrual cups, clean them after a day’s use and sanitise them properly by placing them in boiling water for a few minutes after your period is over.

Wear cotton underwear and keep your genital area clean.

 Wipe from the front of your body toward the back.

Drink enough liquids to keep up the hydration levels.