Home / Health / 80% Indian Girls Face Menstrual Disruption
80% Indian Girls Face Menstrual Disruption
6 Apr
Summary
- Nearly 80% of Indian adolescent girls experience daily life disruptions due to menstruation.
- Around 30% of girls miss school days because of menstrual health issues.
- CCRH research surveyed over 10,000 girls across 24 Indian states.
Research involving over 10,000 adolescent girls across 24 Indian states has revealed that nearly 80% experience disruptions in their daily activities due to menstrual issues. Approximately 30% of these girls reported missing school because of menstrual health challenges, underscoring a significant public health concern.
The Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) is leading initiatives to address these challenges, focusing on awareness, hygiene, and homoeopathic treatment. Ahead of World Homoeopathy Day, the theme "Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health" highlights the potential of homoeopathy as a safe, cost-effective, and sustainable approach for long-term management of menstrual disorders.
Union Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav emphasized that menstrual health is vital for women's dignity and well-being. Experts note that homoeopathy's individualized approach can help manage chronic conditions, contributing to better health outcomes. The CCRH's research, with phase 1 completed in 2024-2025, is expanding to include more schools and girls to improve menstrual health awareness and access to treatment.
