Siouxsie Wiles is crowdfunding for a research project on the safety of menstrual cups and discs.
Write up on #TheSpinoff https://thespinoff.co.nz/science/06-05-2026/siouxsie-wiles-menstrual-cups-are-a-great-invention-but-how-safe-are-they

Crowdfunding website https://support.auckland.ac.nz/mcr

"Help us understand how harmful microbes interact with menstrual cups and discs, and the potential impacts on our bodies."

#Periods #PeriodProducts

Gardeners expert says 'buy these two plant types from nurseries now'

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/gardeners-expert-says-buy-two-37111205

"...jettisoning hormonal treatments also means losing their benefits. Decades of research indicate that the hormones used in contraceptives, menopause care, and IVF are safe for the large majority of people. Hormonal IUDs and birth-control pills are highly effective, especially compared with more MAHA-aligned fertility-awareness methods."

🎁🔗: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/2026/05/hormones-ovulation-natural-women/687042/?gift=4QaRc8exrrCy8GO1zwB_RhuoUdQlmuO4oNiTTm0kwZw

#healthcare #ReproHealth #contraception #FamilyPlanning #menstruation #periods #hormones #WomensHealth

Iran operatives in the UK ready to create 'mayhem', ex-terror chief warns

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/iran-operatives-uk-ready-create-37098823

Dad is praised for his patient explanation of their mom’s period to his two young sons

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/dad-is-praised-for-his-patient-explanation-of-their-moms-period-to-his-two-young-sons/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dad-is-praised-for-his-patient-explanation-of-their-moms-period-to-his-two-young-sons

BBC Morning Live Dr Punam explains health issue she hears 'every single day' from women in their 30s and 40s

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/bbc-morning-live-dr-punam-37093915

Anyone taking Metformin given warning over B12 side effect - but potential benefits

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/anyone-taking-metformin-given-warning-37093731

Major Ryanair luggage, boarding pass and check-in rule changes

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/travel/major-ryanair-luggage-boarding-pass-37082206