7+ hour, 25+ min ago  (359+ words) A normal menstrual cycle typically occurs every 21 to 35 days, although slight variations are common. However, Dr Srivastava explains, "If periods suddenly become very irregular, unusually painful, heavier, or stop altogether without an obvious reason, it may indicate an underlying medical…...

3+ day, 2+ hour ago  (310+ words) New Delhi: Pakistan has finally removed the sales tax imposed on menstrual hygiene products and contraceptives in its federal budget for fiscal year 2026-27. Doing so the country reduces the sales tax rate for such products from 18 per cent to zero....

6+ day, 9+ hour ago  (640+ words) What makes Pahili Raja especially interesting is that it is not just a religious observance, but also a social and seasonal marker that welcomes the rains after the heat of summer. The first day sets the tone for the festival…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (392+ words) According to Ishita Gupta, Co-founder of Be. ing Painfree, this gap between what women experience and the solutions available today became increasingly apparent through conversations with thousands of women. "During my consultations with more than 3000+ women, one thing I noticed…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (375+ words) News9live From runway to research lab: How a former model is putting menstrual health on India's agenda Dr Arpita Sinha, a former model, cultural anthropologist and the researcher behind News9's 'The SHEconomy Agenda - Period Power', is on a mission to move…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (241+ words) However, this progress tells only part of the story. While communicable diseases and maternal health indicators have improved significantly, a new challenge is rapidly emerging " lifestyle diseases. Rising cases of diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and heart disease are becoming a growing…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago  (432+ words) Changing sanitary pads every 4 to 6 hours is one of the most important menstrual hygiene practices. Keeping the same pad or tampon for too long can cause bacterial growth, unpleasant odour, skin irritation, and infections. Even on lighter flow days, regular…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (320+ words) Chandigarh: Punjab is significantly strengthening high-risk maternal and neonatal healthcare through the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, ensuring that complicated deliveries and critical newborn care are accessible to families without financial burden. Speaking about personal experience, beneficiary Deepika, a 28-year-old woman…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (389+ words) Dr Charulata Bansal says mothers are commonly viewed as the emotional and practical support system of the family. In trying to manage multiple responsibilities at once, many women begin placing their own health concerns at the bottom of their priority…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (232+ words) News9live New Delhi: Summer brings sweat, sunshine and a lot of skin problems that are caused due to dirt, dust, pollution and outside heat For skin, it can be the most dangerous period if not taken care of properly, which may…...