Reference: Adapted from CT Insider – It’s on New York to Get PFAS Out of Menstrual Products
Location: New York Metro Area
Date: March 21, 2025
Status: CRITICAL – PFAS Detected in Intimate Products
Threat Level: ☠☠☠ HIGH
Overview
A recent investigation has uncovered that PFAS have infiltrated menstrual products, including pads, tampons, and period underwear. With links to cancer, reproductive issues, and hormonal disruption, this contamination threatens the health of millions who depend on these products every month.
Contamination Source
Manufacturers have incorporated PFAS to enhance water resistance and durability in menstrual products. Lax regulations and insufficient ingredient disclosures have allowed these toxic substances to enter intimate care items without consumers’ knowledge.
Key Details
- Studies report PFAS in nearly 50% of menstrual pads and a significant share of tampons.
- PFAS exposure in these products poses unique risks due to direct contact with sensitive tissues.
- Several states are now pushing to ban PFAS in menstrual products amid growing public concern.
Health Impact Forecast
Impacts include:
⬆ Increased cancer risk
🧬 Hormonal and reproductive disruptions
💀 Potential long-term immune system damage
Real Talk from the Field
“Our bodies deserve products that nurture rather than harm. PFAS in menstrual products is unacceptable.” — Dr. Lena Ortiz, Public Health Expert
“Every month, we’re forced to risk our health due to corporate negligence.” — Affected Consumer
What’s Next?
- New York Senate is reviewing a bill to ban PFAS in all menstrual products.
- Several states have already enacted similar bans.
- Consumer groups urge nationwide action and stricter federal oversight.
Message to the Collective
No one should face daily exposure to toxic chemicals in products meant for intimate care. It’s time for stringent regulations to ensure every product is safe for our bodies.
