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New study finds lead and arsenic in tampons. Experts say don’t panic.

Tampons are one of the most popular menstrual products in a growing market that now includes menstrual underwear, menstrual cups, and more. They’ve been around since the 1930s and are still essential for many, used by 80% of people who menstruate. But there’s been little research examining potential contaminants in tampons and whether they pose… Read More »