Teesside University provides period kits for student athletes

Teesside University has introduced period kits for student athletes to alleviate concerns about menstruation during sports events. The initiative is part of the university's Period Dignity campaign, aimed at supporting female athletes during away fixtures. Volleyball captain Samantha Soto Pupillo emphasized the importance of these kits for reducing anxiety and enabling athletes to focus on competitions. The kits will be discreetly included in team gear, addressing the issue of access to menstrual products while traveling. The campaign also seeks to break down stigmas surrounding menstrual health.

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