Menstrual hygiene management in rural schools of Zambia: a descriptive study of knowledge, experiences and challenges faced by schoolgirls

Menstrual hygiene management in rural schools of Zambia: a descriptive study of knowledge, experiences and challenges faced by schoolgirls

Abstract Introduction While in school, girls require an environment that is supportive of menstrual hygiene management (MHM) in order to ensure regular school attendance and participation. Little is known about schoolgirls access to and practice of MHM in rural Zambia. This study explores girls’ exp...

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Main Authors: Joyce Chinyama, Jenala Chipungu, Cheryl Rudd, Mercy Mwale, Lavuun Verstraete, Charity Sikamo, Wilbroad Mutale, Roma Chilengi, Anjali Sharma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-01-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Menstrual hygiene management
Rural schools
Adolescent girls
Zambia
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-018-6360-2

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