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Menstruation is a biological phenomenon that attracts a lot of stigma and taboo. So, it becomes imperative that proper education and awareness is created about it. Institutions like school form a solid ground for most of our upbringing that includes teaching us about puberty and the body changes that come along with it. But do Indian schools take an intensive approach when it comes to educating their students about menstruation? What Is Wrong With The System?
Dr Alison Farmer was forty years old when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Her symptoms? A bit of mid cyclic bleeding. Her general practitioner told her that it was a common thing and she had nothing to worry about but her medical background made her believe otherwise. She visited a gynaecologist who asked her to do an ultrasound which revealed a 5 cm mass. With surgery and chemotherapy, Alison was able to beat cancer in six months.
Imagine reaching college after a tedious metro ride followed by a short yet uncomfortable journey on a bouncy rickshaw that left your stomach-churning. After this daily battle, all you want now is to go to the washroom, run a comb through your messy hair and freshen yourself before another battle begins.
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