Menstrual Health and Hygiene in Developing Countries: Waste Management and Disposal Practices
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Menstrual hygiene management has recently attracted attention, resulting in the publication of several literature reviews. This audit looks for to address a noteworthy crevice within the water, sanitation, and cleanliness division by particularly looking at the secure transfer of menstrual cleanliness items in moo- and middle-income nations. We conducted a review of literature published since 2002, emphasizing menstrual waste management and the disposal of menstrual absorbents in LMIC. Methodology included database searches for both peer-reviewed and grey literature, as well as a manual review of references from pertinent earlier literature reviews. Ultimately, identified 152 articles and reports, of which 75 met the inclusion criteria for the final review. Additionally, assessed existing policies on MHM, Centering on India and South Africa. The audit uncovered that the transfer of menstrual squander is habitually neglected inside MHM and sanitation esteem chains, coming about in disgraceful transfer hones that antagonistically influence clients, sanitation frameworks, and the environment. The discoveries emphasize the require for encourage investigate to improve understanding of MHM squander streams, transfer practices, retentive materials, and squander administration innovations, eventually advancing wellbeing, security, versatility, and respect for ladies and young ladies.
Author: Joshi, R. S.
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949998655
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