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Navigating Menstrual Health and Hygiene: Challenges and Solutions for Adolescent Girls
Kalpana Joshi1, Deeplata Mendhe1
1Department of Community Health Nursing, Srimati Radhikabai Meghe Memorial College of Nursing, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi, Meghe, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|June 13, 2025
Summary
Menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) education and product access are vital for adolescent girls. Addressing challenges like stigma and disparities improves their education, mental health, and social development globally.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) is a critical global health issue for adolescent girls.
- Inadequate MHH is linked to educational, health, and social challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review challenges adolescent girls face regarding MHH.
- To explore personal and societal factors impacting MHH.
- To present solutions for improving MHH globally.
Main Methods:
- This study employed a narrative review methodology.
- It synthesized existing literature on MHH challenges and solutions for adolescent girls.
Main Results:
- Adolescent girls face inadequate menstrual education, poor access to sanitary products, cultural stigma, and gender disparities.
- Solutions include enhanced education, accessible products, and policy changes to reduce stigma.
Conclusions:
- Integrated approaches prioritizing MHH in health, education, and social systems are essential.
- Addressing MHH positively impacts adolescent girls' educational attainment, mental health, and social development.
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