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To date there is no evidence of the repercussions of COVID-19 on menstrual health. However, the COVID-19 pandemic will have secondary impacts on girls’ and women’s ability to manage their menstruation, health and hygiene.
Effective strategies for controlling disease spread may have unintended consequences in low-income settings. For many residents physical distancing is not possible. Regular handwashing with soap reduces the spread of respiratory infections. In low-income communities, the high cost of soap can be a barrier to regular handwashing.
