May 28 marks World Menstrual Hygiene Day, a global observance aimed at raising awareness about menstrual hygiene, improving women’s access to healthcare services, and breaking taboos surrounding menstruation. Menstruation, or the monthly period, is a natural biological process that usually occurs every month and is part of the normal functioning of the female reproductive system. […] The post World Menstrual Hygiene Day in Afghanistan: From Frightening First Experiences to Hidden Challenges appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .