Article 6QGC9 California bill aims to end ‘dangerous barrier’ to menstrual care in prisons

California bill aims to end ‘dangerous barrier’ to menstrual care in prisons

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Olivia Empson
from World news | The Guardian on (#6QGC9)

Bill would no longer require women to request access to period products and instead make them readily available

When Kimberly Haven struggled to acquire a tampon in prison, she made one, which she said led to her getting toxic shock syndrome and needing an emergency hysterectomy.

Haven's case - emblematic of an issue thousands of incarcerated women still face today - underscores the pressing need for improved menstrual product access in facilities across the US.

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