Menstrual Cups: A Cost-Effective, and User-Friendly Option
Lt Gen Ajith Nilakantan, the Commandant of Army Hospital (R and R), highlighted that menstrual cups are not just affordable but also eco-friendly, user-friendly, and low-maintenance.
Army Hospital Promotes Menstrual Health Awareness
The Army Hospital (R and R) Delhi Cantt organized a menstrual health awareness programme �Mahawari Mein Swachchta'. Lt Gen Ajith Nilakantan said that the menstrual cup is reusable and very convenient for office-going women and women in the armed forces. "It can be used by both married and unmarried women with equal ease. It also does not lead to the generation of bio-waste, hence saving the environment from tonnes of waste generated by the more commonly used sanitary pads," he said.
A lecture cum demonstration was also organized at the Army Hospital in which women from all walks of life, including adolescent girls, also participated. The senior army officers said that the social taboos and myths associated with menstruation, medical implications of good menstrual hygiene, and simple but effective ways to deal with menstrual issues were highlighted during the event.
What are the Advantages of Menstrual Cups?
A menstrual cup is a flexible device crafted for insertion into the vagina during menstruation, collecting blood in a manner distinct from tampons and pads, as it doesn't absorb the menstrual flow. Besides being cost-effective and environmentally friendly, menstrual cups provide comfort, convenience, reduced odor, and minimized leakage ().‘Menstrual cup, a feminine hygiene device offers a safe, reusable, and cost-effective alternative to traditional sanitary products, promoting eco-friendliness. #menstruation #menstrualcups #womenhealth #sanitarypad ’
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Army Hospital also prepared educational material which was distributed to the participants. The education stalls were put up highlighting social and medical issues related to menstrual hygiene, including educating the men in society and the need for community support in India about this issue.
Reference:
- Are Menstrual Cups Right for You? - (https:health.clevelandclinic.org/tired-of-tampons-here-are-pros-and-cons-of-menstrual-cups/)
Source: IANS