Scientists are working to develop a new filler for period products that they say could help prevent leaks. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...

BLEEDING THROUGH a tampon or pad never makes for a good time. The risk of leaks is annoying and stressful for all women who bleed, and especially for the 20% to 30% whose menstrual flow is so heavy ...

Menstrual products that cause blood to form a solid gel-like substance, rather than be absorbed, seem to reduce the risk of leaks. Bryan Hsu at Virginia Tech and his colleagues wanted to find a way of ...