How much do periods cost and how much do Canadian women spend
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How much do periods cost the typical woman? We break it down — and why the majority of Canadians think menstrual supplies should be subsidized.
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Welcome to the Menopause Gold Rush - The New York Times
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Period Underwear
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Menstrual cups are a cheaper, more sustainable way for women to cope with periods than tampons or pads
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How much do periods cost and how much do Canadian women
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Chart: Women Pay High Tax Rates for Period Supplies
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What is period poverty and why should people care? · Buckner International
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KORENICH: Ending menstruation stigma – Marquette Wire
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The cost of menstruation around the world - NADJA
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Pink tax' sees women pay 43% more than men for personal care products: report