Lidl is offering free period products to women and girls across the UK and Ireland in an initiative targeting period poverty. This has become especially critical due to the increase in women unable to afford sanitary products since the beginning of the pandemic.

Fed up with the euphemisms and shame surrounding periods, people are calling for brands to tackle the taboo with frankness. Hey Girls’ ‘UNsanitary’ campaign shines a light on the reality for many women who suffer from period poverty, underscoring the importance of access to these products.

Tracking apps, wearables, and telemedicine services hold the potential to transform healthcare for women. But just how much autonomy do these digital tools provide over one’s wellbeing? And as traditional healthcare models diversify, how can they best harness tech to serve female patients?

As the green wave in shopping continues, people are reevaluating their everyday basics and looking to make eco-minded switches. This includes menstrual products, with the brand Daye offering ethical alternatives that prioritise transparency and sustainability for people who menstruate.