Menstrual health and school absenteeism among adolescent girls in Uganda (MENISCUS): a feasibility study

• Main Authors: George Miiro (Author), Rwamahe Rutakumwa (Author), Jessica Nakiyingi-Miiro (Author), Kevin Nakuya (Author), Saidat Musoke (Author), Juliet Namakula (Author), Suzanna Francis (Author), Belen Torondel (Author), Lorna J. Gibson (Author), David A. Ross (Author), Helen A. Weiss (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Management of menstruation can present substantial challenges to girls in low-income settings. In preparation for a menstrual hygiene intervention to reduce school absenteeism in Uganda, this study aimed to investigate menstruation management practices, barriers and facilitators,...