Recent studies have examined what tampons are made of and whether those materials might pose risks — but so far, there is no confirmed link between tampon use and cancer. However, the study did not ...

Two female engineers have found a modern solution to tampon leaks. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Sequel) Tampons have helped women manage their periods for decades. But these feminine ...

Tampons have helped women manage their periods for decades. But these feminine hygiene products aren’t perfect. Tampons are prone to leakage, which can ruin your outfit and your day. Even the fear of ...

Tampons changed the game for people who menstruate when they hit stores in the 1930s. An early tagline, “Tampax Makes Life Worth Living,” was a bit of an overstatement, but tampons were clearly a ...

Some 54 million people tuned in to WNBA games last season—that’s why 30 Under 30 founders Amanda Calabrese and Greta Meyer jumped at the chance to make their company, Sequel, the first official tampon ...

If you menstruate, it’s totally normal if you find yourself wondering, “Are tampons safe to use?” But let’s start here: It's possible that some of what you've heard isn't totally accurate, and you can ...

People who use tampons will go through an estimated 9,000 to 11,000 of them throughout their lifetime. This is already an impressive number, but if you recently stumbled across a viral video about ...

There are certain words you don’t want associated with things you put inside of your body. “Toxic” is one, and “metals” is another. So when a 2024 study found that there are toxic metals in tampons, ...

It is generally safe to sleep with a tampon. However, people must not wear a tampon for longer than 8 hours in total. People should use the lowest absorbency that is suitable for their menstrual flow.

Dreams became a reality for two Stanford Product Design graduates, Amanda Calabrese ‘19 and Greta Meyer ‘19, when a class project evolved into the company, Sequel, that is pioneering the next ...

Exposure to arsenic—sometimes known as the “king of poisons”—and lead—potentially responsible for the madness of Van Gogh—can be fatal. So a wave of concern has spread across social media following a ...

Which tampons are the best? For monthly protection, 70% of American women use tampons. Tampons are discreet, convenient and don’t interfere with active lifestyles. Their popularity is evident when ...