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While using a toilet, Mohini noticed that used sanitary pads were scattered near the bin. She got upset and shared her feelings with her friends. They discussed the importance of menstrual hygiene and healthy sanitary habits. What menstrual hygiene and sanitary habits would you suggest to your friends?
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Concept:
6.4.2 Personal Hygiene
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Answer
Sanitary hygiene tips to share with friends:
- Use a clean sanitary pad — cloth pad, biodegradable pad, or disposable pad.
- Change the pad every 4–6 hours to stay fresh and prevent infection.
- Wash hands thoroughly before and after changing a pad.
- Bathe daily and wear clean, comfortable clothing.
Proper disposal — the most important part:
- Wrap the used pad in a piece of newspaper.
- Put it inside a closed dustbin — never on the floor, never in an open bin.
Other healthy habits during periods:
- Drink plenty of water.
- Eat iron-rich foods like spinach, dal, and jaggery.
