Menstrual Hygiene

Maintenance of hygiene and sanitation during menstruation is very important. Personal hygiene during menstruation helps to reduce the risk of infection. Using damp and dirty clothes or using a sanitary napkin for a longer time creates a perfect environment for the growth and multiplication of harmful bacteria, which can lead to infections.

• Keep the pubic area clean.
• Take a bath and clean yourself regularly.
• Use sanitary napkins or clean homemade pads.
• Change sanitary napkins every 4–5 hours as per requirement.
• Using a sanitary napkin for a longer time creates a perfect environment for harmful bacteria to grow and multiply.
• Maintaining personal hygiene during menstruation is important to reduce the risk of infection.
• After handling the napkin, wash hands with soap. 

• Dispose of the used sanitary napkin properly.
• Wrap the used sanitary napkin with a used paper before disposing.
• Do not throw used napkins in the drainpipe of toilets or in the open area.

• Using damp or dirty menstrual cloths can promote the growth of harmful bacteria and cause infections.
• Using the same sanitary napkin for a long time increases the risk of bacterial growth and infections.
• Throwing sanitary napkins in open areas or drainpipes can create environmental and public health problems.
• Not washing hands after handling sanitary products may spread harmful germs and pathogens.

• Maintain proper hygiene during menstruation to prevent infections.
• Keep the pubic area clean by washing regularly.
• Change sanitary napkins every 4–5 hours or as needed.
• Use clean and dry sanitary products; avoid damp or dirty cloths.
• Dispose of used sanitary napkins properly in a hygienic manner.
• Poor hygiene or prolonged use of napkins can lead to the growth of harmful bacteria and infections.