Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Joanna Marroquin, Marianthi-Anna Kiomourtzoglou, Alexandra Scranton, Anna Z. Pollack
Summary: A review of the literature revealed the presence of endocrine disrupting chemicals in menstrual products, such as phthalates, phenols, and parabens. The study highlighted research gaps in the lack of studies on newer products and emphasized the importance of understanding the exposure per menstrual cycle and its impact on women's reproductive health.
BJOG-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Simone Santana da Silva, Cinira Magali Fortuna, Gilles Monceau, Marguerite Souliere, Anne Pilotti
Summary: This article explores the elements and characteristics of reproductive health for Brazilian and French women. The Brazilian health system criminalizes abortion and highly medicalizes pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. In contrast, the French health system prioritizes vaginal deliveries but faces issues with profit logic and rationalization of practices. Women's rights, discussions on violence against women, and markers of oppression based on race, gender, sexuality, and social class are also important factors in both countries.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aishwarya Jala, Bincy Varghese, Ratul Dutta, Ramu Adela, Roshan M. Borkar
Summary: Limited information is available about the levels of exposure of paraben and bisphenols emerging from personal care products use in Indian women and the risk associated with it. Liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) was used to determine the concentrations of these substances in PCPs samples and urine samples of young adult females. The concentrations measured in the samples were used to determine the estimated daily intake. The study found that Indian young adult females were exposed to parabens and bisphenols through the use of personal care products, but there were no significant health concerns associated with this exposure.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kim G. Harley, Lucia Calderon, James E. S. Nolan, Randy Maddalena, Marion Russell, Katherine Roman, Stephanie Mayo-Burgos, Jessica Cabrera, Norma Morga, Asa Bradman
Summary: The study found that switching to green cleaning products significantly reduced the air concentrations of several harmful chemicals for Latina women. Participants were satisfied with the replacement products and many were considering purchasing them in the future. Future research should investigate whether unscented green products would further reduce exposure to terpenes and musks.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES
(2021)
Article
Social Issues
Franck Cochoy
Summary: This paper focuses on disposability as a technological concern, tracing moral and social concerns in patents related to disposable feminine hygiene products. It examines how moral and social issues are embedded in technology and explores the evolving meanings and consequences of disposability.
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & HUMAN VALUES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Laura Martin-Pozo, Maria del Carmen Gomez-Regalado, Inmaculada Moscoso-Ruiz, Alberto Zafra-Gomez
Summary: Personal care products and cosmetics may contain endocrine disruptors, which can be harmful to health, so the development of accurate detection methods is important.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Razieh Azizi Nezami, Mohammad Saber Tehrani, Hakim Faraji, Syed Waqif Husain, Parviz Aberoomand Azar
Summary: This study utilized gas flow-assisted dispersive liquid-phase microextraction combined with GC-FID for the analysis of parabens in hygienic products. By employing strategies such as dispersing the extraction solvent with gas flow, replacing sustainable solvents, and eliminating centrifugation steps, the extraction efficiency was effectively optimized. The method demonstrated good accuracy and stability with relative recoveries in the range of 96-103% and relative standard deviations of <4.2% in the tests.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ning Ding, Nan Lin, Stuart Batterman, Sung Kyun Park
Summary: The study found that using different menstrual products during menstruation may affect women's exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs), with tampon users showing higher VOC concentrations. A larger-scale study is needed to further confirm these results and evaluate their clinical implications.
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Stefan Andrei Nestian, Silviu-Mihail Tita, Elena-Sabina Turnea, Oana Stanciu, Vladimir Poroch
Summary: This study aims to understand the impact of risk management on healthcare workers exposed to risks of SARS-CoV-2 virus infection in a healthcare unit. The study found that wearing personal protective equipment and the risk of accidents during aerosol generating procedures are related. The results show that using disposable gloves and footwear protection, practicing hand hygiene, and changing routines can reduce the number of accidents.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alexander Shayesteh, Margareta Persson, Christine Brulin, Elisabet Nylander
Summary: Primary hyperhidrosis in women disrupts the feminine appearance, lowers self-esteem and hinders social interactions. Women often feel misunderstood in intimate situations and their choices regarding education and career opportunities are affected by the condition. Treatment with botulinum toxin can help alleviate excessive sweating and improve quality of life.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Veronica van der Schyff, Lenka Suchankova, Katerina Kademoglou, Lisa Melymuk, Jana Klanova
Summary: The personal care product industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry worldwide. While some products are marketed as green or natural, there is no significant difference in the concentrations of harmful compounds between green and conventional products. However, the cumulative intake of harmful compounds is an order of magnitude higher for individuals using conventional products compared to those using green products exclusively.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Amanda L. Collar, Heidi Rishel Brakey, Jesus E. Fuentes, Kathryn M. Frietze
Summary: This study investigates women's preferences and experiences regarding health counseling on safe sexual enrichment aid use and hygiene, as well as the current counseling behaviors of medical practitioners. The majority of women had never been counseled on this topic, but expressed their willingness to receive counseling under certain circumstances. Medical practitioners infrequently counseled patients on safe sexual enrichment aid use and hygiene, and had limited training and awareness of professional guidelines or recommendations.
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Scarlett Puebla-Barragan, Gregor Reid
Summary: Probiotics, defined as live microorganisms that confer a health benefit on the host when administered in adequate amounts, are increasingly popular in personal care products. Proper regulation is needed to ensure that products labelled as probiotics actually meet the defining characteristics and provide benefits to consumers.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Paula Johnson, Kristin Favela, Jennifer Jarin, Amy M. Le, Phyllis Y. Clark, Lisa Fu, April D. Gillis, Norma Morga, Caroline Nguyen, Kim G. Harley
Summary: This study provides a detailed assessment of chemicals of concern found in personal care products used by various racial/ethnic groups. Over half of the selected products contained ingredients linked to cancer, reproductive or developmental harm, or endocrine disruption. Laboratory analysis also identified unlabeled chemicals and contaminants. Elucidating exposures to chemicals in personal care products is important for risk assessment and research on health inequities.
JOURNAL OF EXPOSURE SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
J'Anna-Mare Lue, Salamata Bah, Kaelah Grant, Justine Lee, Leila Nzekele, James B. Tidwell
Summary: This study examines research inequities in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector, focusing on the perspectives of researchers from low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), in order to identify barriers and support more equitable changes in this subsector of global health.
