by Jen Lewis | Oct 10, 2015 | Activism, Art, Menstruation
When it comes to modern political and social activism, one of the most powerful tools one can use to make a statement and shift public perception is art. Whether it’s film, fine art or the written word, art has the ability to challenge society’s deepest assumptions by...
by Jen Lewis | Sep 8, 2015 | Activism, Art, Menstruation
Our Bodies Our Blood Now through September 30 Plan B Gallery 2180 Gottingen Street Halifax, Nova Scotia For more information about events visit https://www.facebook.com/ourblood.artproject?fref=ts. As we saw with Widening the Cycle at #SMCR2015, art has...
by Saniya Lee Ghanoui | Nov 2, 2013 | Communication, Menstruation
Guest Post by Jennifer Aldoretta Hi, everyone. My name is Jennifer; I’m the author of the upcoming book Menstruation Revelation and CEO and co-founder of Groove: “the simplest cycle tracking and fertility charting app available.” Menstrual stigma is something every...
by Paula Derry | Aug 19, 2013 | History, Menstruation, New Research
Research results are often reported by the media as stand-alone statements and as though they are facts. “Slim women have a greater risk of developing endometriosis than obese women.” “Respiratory symptoms vary according to stage of menstrual cycle.” In previous...
by Chris Hitchcock | Mar 13, 2012 | Menstruation, New Research, PMS
According to a recent study, women are best at picking out a picture with a snake during the days immediately before their period. You might think this would be a surprise, given the general idea of premenstrual compromise in women. Mind you, there isn’t much data to...