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Manufacturers and industry groups argue that endocrine-disrupting chemicals in menstrual products are present at extremely low levels and do not compromise safety. (File Photo)

What’s in your pad? Study sparks debate over chemical exposure in hygiene products

Manufacturers and industry groups argue that endocrine-disrupting chemicals in menstrual products are present at extremely low levels and do not compromise safety

  • Sheree Bega
9 min read

Hormone-disrupting chemicals found in South African sanitary pads and pantyliners, study finds

Chemicals linked to fertility problems and cancer were detected in all sanitary pads and pantyliners tested

  • Sheree Bega
5 min read