Happy Father’s Day. There’s a Tampon Shortage.

Supply chain issues are at it again. Stores are struggling to keep tampons in stock because of a shortage of cotton and plastic

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Headlines for a healthier you Anisa Arsenault, Associate Editorial Director 5 Tampon Alternatives to Get You Through the Tampon Shortage Supply chain issues are at it again. Stores are struggling to keep tampons in stock because of a shortage of cotton and plastic—likely due to the continued demand for those materials in personal protective equipment (PPE).   Are there alternatives that can keep you, your clothes, and your sheets clean in the meantime? Yes. Some have steeper learning curves than others, like menstrual cups. We break down how to use five period products other than tampons. Know More Period underwear, menstrual cups, and menstrual discs offer protection for longer than a tampon. You can use them for 10 to 12 hours at a time, while tampons need to be changed every 4 to 8 hours. Feel Better Procter & Gamble (P&G), the makers of Tampax and Always products, told Verywell that they expect the shortage to be a "temporary situation," adding they are now manufacturing tampon 24/7. READ MORE What Else Should You Know Fillings and Crowns Can Double the Life of Your Root Canal Root canals are important for preserving the life of an infected or damaged tooth. The problem—other than the fact they're notoriously terrible—is that they're not permanent. The first-ever study on root canals from U.S. community dentistry practices shows a tooth typically lasts 11 years after a root canal. But getting a crown and filling after the procedure can extend a tooth's life to 20 years. READ MORE ASCO Makes Recommendations for Exercising During Cancer Treatment The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) has made new recommendations for exercising for patients undergoing cancer treatment, placing an emphasis on aerobic and resistance exercises. While there are plenty of diet and exercise guidelines to help prevent cancer, these are the first evidence-based recommendations for people in the midst of treatment. READ MORE In Other News Dad taught Me Every Problem Has a Solution. Then He Got Sick. Cincinnati Enquirer A Teensy, Tiny Glimmer of Hope for Polar Bears. Vox More From Verywell The Problem With Scented Tampons READ MORE A Preventive Colon Cancer Screening Saved My Life READ MORE If COVID Changed Your Oral Hygiene, You're Not Alone READ MORE

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