| Title | A community based study on menstrual hygiene among adolescent girls |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2011 |
| Authors | Jogdand, K, Yerpude, P |
| Pagination | 6 p.; 4 tab. |
| Date Published | 2011-07-01 |
| Keywords | education of women, india andhra pradesh, menstruation, women |
| Abstract |
Only 36 percent of adolescent girls surveyed for this study were informed about menstruation prior to menarche. Among the study’s recommendations : All mothers irrespective of their educational status should be taught to break their inhibitions about discussing menstruation with their daughters before the age of menarche; education regarding reproductive health and hygiene should be included as a part of the school curriculum; and hygienic practices can be improved if sanitary pads are made available at affordable prices. [authors abstract] |
| Notes | With 8 references |
| Custom 1 | 122 |
