There's a Tampon Shortage, and Everything from Drought to War in

The tampon shortage, like that of baby formula, is the result of many factors, including too few manufacturers, not enough trained workers, droughts that have affected cotton crops, and the war in Ukraine driving up prices of raw materials.
Can't find tampons? Blame droughts, workers shortages and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Why is there a tampon shortage? - The Washington Post

Evidence of PFAS in sanitary and incontinence pads - EHN

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Media Coverage

Tampon shortage can cause serious health issues.

A crisis': The US tampon shortage, explained, Women News

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