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13-Year-Old Gives His Jacket to Girl Bullied Over Period
Community HeroesApr 2

13-Year-Old Gives His Jacket to Girl Bullied Over Period

When classmates laughed at a girl whose period showed through her pants, Josue Carrizosa did something extraordinary. The eighth-grader wrapped his black jacket around a stranger's waist and walked her to safety.

Upworthy2 min read
France to Cover Reusable Period Products for Young Women
SolutionsApr 17

France to Cover Reusable Period Products for Young Women

France will reimburse reusable menstrual cups and underwear for women under 26 and those facing poverty, helping 6.7 million people starting this fall. The policy tackles period poverty by making sustainable menstrual care affordable through the country's social security system.

France 24 English2 min read
Simple Pill Swap Could Ease Period Pain for Millions
Health & WellnessJun 15

Simple Pill Swap Could Ease Period Pain for Millions

A groundbreaking study of 211 million shopping receipts reveals most women buy the wrong painkiller for period cramps. Switching from paracetamol to ibuprofen could provide better relief for millions.

Google News - Health2 min read
Men Try Period Cramp Simulator, Can't Handle the Pain
Acts of KindnessMay 20

Men Try Period Cramp Simulator, Can't Handle the Pain

A viral video shows men experiencing a period pain simulator while a woman handles the highest setting with ease. The eye-opening experiment is sparking conversations about empathy and women's health.

Upworthy2 min read
Positive Climate Messages Boost Action by 25%
SolutionsFeb 7

Positive Climate Messages Boost Action by 25%

New research reveals that framing environmental actions positively—like "eat more plants" instead of "eat less meat"—makes people significantly more likely to act and feel happier about it. The simple messaging shift could transform how we talk about climate solutions.

Mongabay2 min read
Zimbabwe Plans Free Period Products for Girls in School
Health & WellnessMar 10

Zimbabwe Plans Free Period Products for Girls in School

Zimbabwe is taking steps to end period poverty that forces thousands of girls to miss school each year. New policies could make sanitary products free or affordable while expanding health support for young women.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Dad Teaches Sons About Periods With Empathy and Respect
Acts of KindnessMay 1

Dad Teaches Sons About Periods With Empathy and Respect

A father's patient, shame-free conversation about menstruation with his young sons is winning hearts online. His approach shows how teaching boys about periods early can help end stigma and build empathy.

Upworthy2 min read
Fashion Brand Reformation Sets Climate Positive Goal
SolutionsApr 10

Fashion Brand Reformation Sets Climate Positive Goal

Sustainable fashion company Reformation announced an ambitious "climate positive" goal in 2019, aiming to give back more to the planet than it takes. The move came after landmark climate reports pushed the company to rethink its entire environmental strategy.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Atlanta Seniors Defy Aging with Yoga and Positive Attitudes
Health & WellnessMar 27

Atlanta Seniors Defy Aging with Yoga and Positive Attitudes

A new study of 11,000 seniors found that 45% improved their mental and physical health over a decade, with positive attitudes being the key factor. Atlanta's free Primetime Seniors program shows how staying active and optimistic keeps participants thriving in their 60s, 70s, and 80s.

Google News - Health3 min read
Nigeria Group Gives 150 Girls Free Period Products, Education
Acts of KindnessMay 22

Nigeria Group Gives 150 Girls Free Period Products, Education

A health organization is tackling period poverty in Nigeria by providing 150 students with two months of free sanitary products and education. The program aims to keep girls in school and end the stigma that forces many to miss classes.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Boss Stocks Period Supplies, Tells Worker to Rest at Home
Acts of KindnessJun 12

Boss Stocks Period Supplies, Tells Worker to Rest at Home

A young male manager's thoughtful response to an employee's menstrual migraine is warming hearts across the internet. His secret weapon? A drawer full of supplies and a mom who raised him right.

Upworthy2 min read
Ghana Bank Tackles Period Poverty with 10,000 Sanitary Towels
Acts of KindnessJun 8

Ghana Bank Tackles Period Poverty with 10,000 Sanitary Towels

Development Bank Ghana is fighting period poverty by donating sanitary towels and education to 10,000 students across northern Ghana. Some girls were still using rags due to financial constraints, missing school days and confidence along with them.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Bank Gives 10,000+ Pads, Fights Period Shame
Acts of KindnessMay 29

Ghana Bank Gives 10,000+ Pads, Fights Period Shame

Development Bank Ghana is tackling centuries-old menstruation stigma head-on by donating over 10,000 sanitary pads to three schools and educating students that periods are completely natural. The initiative is keeping girls in classrooms and challenging harmful myths that have forced students to miss school or resort to unsafe alternatives.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Positive Attitude About Aging Adds 7.5 Years to Life
Health & WellnessJan 24

Positive Attitude About Aging Adds 7.5 Years to Life

Scientists have discovered that how you feel about getting older can actually change how long you live. People with positive attitudes about aging live an average of 7.5 years longer than those with negative views.

BBC Future2 min read
Liberia Puts Pad Banks in Schools to End Period Poverty
Acts of KindnessJan 29

Liberia Puts Pad Banks in Schools to End Period Poverty

Liberia just installed menstrual pad dispensers in public schools so girls never have to miss class because of their periods. The program will reach over 100,000 girls across three counties.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Ghana Gives 2M Girls Free Period Products for School
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Ghana Gives 2M Girls Free Period Products for School

Ghana is fighting period poverty by distributing free sanitary pads to two million schoolgirls, from fifth grade through high school. The program aims to keep girls in class, boost their confidence, and lift financial pressure from families.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Emily Hester Beats Triple-Positive Breast Cancer with CARTI
Health & WellnessApr 30

Emily Hester Beats Triple-Positive Breast Cancer with CARTI

A breast cancer survivor is sharing her healing journey to give others hope. Emily Hester recently appeared on KARK 4 News to talk about her successful treatment for triple-positive breast cancer at CARTI.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Period Swimwear Keeps Disabled Athletes in the Pool
Health & WellnessMay 30

Period Swimwear Keeps Disabled Athletes in the Pool

New research reveals 68% of disabled women skip sports during their period, but innovative solutions like period swimwear are changing the game. For national swimmer Vanessa Ozols, the discovery meant never missing another training session.

ABC Australia3 min read
3 Engineers Built Period Panties Used by 600K Indian Women
Community HeroesMay 29

3 Engineers Built Period Panties Used by 600K Indian Women

When Kiriti noticed his sister skipping school during her period, he teamed up with two friends who'd witnessed similar struggles. Together they created leak-proof, reusable period underwear now helping 600,000 women across India.

The Better India2 min read
Memory Training Cuts Stress by Rewiring Positive Recall
Health & WellnessJan 21

Memory Training Cuts Stress by Rewiring Positive Recall

Japanese researchers discovered a simple memory exercise that lowers stress hormones and rewires the brain to recall positive moments more easily. The training worked by strengthening neural pathways between emotional memory centers, offering new hope for people struggling with anxiety and depression.

Medical Xpress2 min read

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