A recently-published study found trace amounts of 16 metals in tampons, including lead and arsenic. Now, the FDA is ...

A closer look at the FDA's investigation, potential health risks, safer alternatives and expert opinions on tampons.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now working on a big research project to look at the possible effects of toxic metals in tampons. This comes after a study published in July found 16 metals ...

Here's what to know about the links between toxic metals and tampons, including if the products are currently safe to use. Meet the experts: Christine Greves, MD, an ob-gyn at the Winnie Palmer ...

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Study finds metal in tampons. People should still use tampons if they feel comfortable. It's unclear if the body absorbs ...

Ruby Love, founded by Crystal Etienne in 2015, specializes in period undies, and Kushae, founded by OB-GYN Dr. Barb and ... studies revealing heavy metals in tampons and pads.