Women's Reproductive Health

Lead, arsenic and other heavy metals in tampons prompt FDA investigation.

Lead, arsenic and other heavy metals in tampons prompt FDA investigation.

Toxic metals in tampons: Should you be worried?

Tampons contain lead, arsenic and potentially toxic chemicals, studies say. Here’s what to know.

A new systematic review by Joanna Marroquin, a Mason PhD in Public Health student, furthers understanding of the amount of potentially harmful chemicals in menstrual cups, discs, and underwear. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals can interfere with human hormones and cause medical issues.