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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rebecca Whittaker

Calls for government to crack down on chemicals and metals found in period products

Campaigners are calling for a government crackdown on the regulation of chemicals and metals found in tampons, pads and reusable period products.

Studies going back two decades have found toxic substances and heavy metals in menstrual products, from arsenic to biocidal silver.

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