Flushable wipes stick to pipes and don’t dissolve like toilet paper, creating buildup that leads to serious blockages. Flushing tampons, meds, or even small toys can swell or tangle in your plumbing, ...

Another infamous "fatberg" culprit: cotton wool. Found in things like makeup pads and cotton buds, these seemingly small items can cause big problems. Cotton is highly absorbent, so when flushed, it ...

Whether dealing with painful cramps, heavy bleeding, or awkwardly asking a colleague if they can lend you a tampon - the environment might not be the first thing on your mind during your period. But ...

Blame shame, convenience or ignorance, but studies show anywhere from half to more than two-thirds of women flush their tampons down the toilet. Considering the average woman uses around 10,000 ...