Summer’s Hidden Challenge
Menstrual health does not pause for the weather. High heat disrupts hormones, intensifies cramps, and leads to dehydration, all of which make cycles more difficult to manage.
The Physical Toll
Longer, heavier bleeding, heightened bloating, and increased fatigue are common in extreme heat. For those already struggling with access to products, this adds yet another layer of hardship.
Program Gaps in the Summer
Summer often brings reduced programming for nonprofits and schools, leaving women without the same safety nets available during the academic year. This means that at the very moment when symptoms may be more severe, support is thinner.
Year-Round Commitment
Organizations such as Dignity Grows stress that access to menstrual supplies cannot be seasonal. Equity means continuous care, so women can face both their cycles and the summer heat with confidence and health.