Problem #1: Why are feminine hygiene products NOT free???

Published: March 29, 2020, 6 p.m.

Did you know feminine hygiene products are being taxed while male erectile dysfunction products are not? And that tampons/pads are also considered "luxury goods?" - If not, this episode is going to shed some light on things you might not know and things you should know. 

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**UPDATE: After 15 years of lobbying, the new CARE act has now made menstrual products eligible for reimbursement from an HSA, FSA, or HRA!!**

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Find out how to take advantage here: https://www.wageworks.com/employers/employer-resources/compliance-briefing-center/regulatory-updates/2020/cares-act-of-2020/

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Resource for acquiring FREE feminine hygiene products: https://www.helpingwomenperiod.org  

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How to acquire hygiene products and help those who need them: https://www.bustle.com/p/10-organizations-that-provide-menstrual-products-for-people-who-need-them-how-you-can-help-45116

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How to convince your company to offer free feminine hygiene products: https://www.goauntflow.com/blogs/periodical/how-to-convince-your-company-to-offer-free-feminine-hygiene-products-in-their-bathrooms

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Cheap feminine hygiene products at Dollar Tree: https://www.dollartree.com/health-beauty-supplies/feminine-care

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Production notes:

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Produced by Dolapo of the "Terminal 234" podcast

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Edited by Sandra [IG: coitraveler](show host).

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Second Host: Doyin [IG: msdoyinjay ]

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