Menstrual health is more than a biological function it is a matter of dignity, equity, and human rights. Yet, for millions of women and girls around the world especially in marginalized communities’ access to safe, hygienic, and affordable menstrual health products remains a daily struggle. This gap not only impacts physical health but also perpetuates cycles of poverty, shame, and social exclusion.

Menstrual health is often overlooked in global development agendas, yet it plays a critical role in advancing multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In Pakistan, limited data on menstrual health has hindered policymakers, healthcare providers, and advocates from designing effective interventions. Without accurate, gender-sensitive data, progress toward goals like good health (SDG 3), gender equality (SDG 5), quality education (SDG 4), and clean water and sanitation (SDG 6) remains slow and fragmented.

Menstruation is a natural and vital process, yet many women and girls are unsure about what’s “normal” when it comes to their menstrual flow. Understanding whether your period is light, normal, or heavy isn’t just about managing pads and tampons, it’s also about understanding your health.