Period blood has long been thought of as ‘stinky and useless’, but startups are exploring using the fluid to test for a wide range of health conditions – including difficult-to-diagnose endometriosis ...

Menstrual blood has historically been overlooked in research—considered only to be a waste product. But menstrual blood actually has a rich cellular and molecular makeup. It contains immune cells, ...

Menstruation is the condition of normal vaginal bleeding that happens during a woman’s monthly cycle. When pregnancy does not occur, the uterus sheds its lining triggered by falling progesterone ...

Scientists have unveiled a new device that can be incorporated into menstrual pads and may someday be helpful for screening for diseases like ovarian cancer. The light-weight device looks for disease ...

The colour of your menstrual blood can provide clues about your health, although variations in menstrual blood colour are not always indicative of serious health issues. Menstrual blood differs from ...

This week, Qvin launched with FDA clearance for its Q-Pad that tests A1C levels via menstrual blood. Now available on the brand’s site, the Qvin A1C kit, $49, includes two 100 percent cotton Q-Pads, ...

There are 1.8 billion monthly menstruators worldwide. Better understanding the science behind period blood, as well as cultural stigma and period policy, can help menstruators everywhere break down ...

Sweat, changes in vaginal bacteria, and perimenopause may change the odor of your menstrual blood. A new, unpleasant smell could also point to an infection or, in some rare cases, cervical cancer. If ...