Action | Amend current 6VAC15-40-770 to require that feminine hygiene items be provided to female inmates without charge |
Stage | Fast-Track |
Comment Period | Ended on 12/26/2018 |
As a woman who has access to menstruated hygiene products I feel compelled to write on behalf of those who do not have the “luxury” (no pun intended) to have constant access to menstrual hygiene products that are free. As a Nurse Practitioner I see the rashes, infections, and deaths that proceed the use of unsafe products to catch our monthly flows used by women who are incarcerated. I believe that menstrual health is a vital part of our health and having access to free products is a must. Image sitting in one place, embarrassed to love because you have spoiled yourself and don’t have access to a pad or additional tampon. Many women suffer from heavy flows and need extra absorbency. Women who are incarcerated should not have to beg and plead for the essential needs. I am for the revision!