AOA-OMED Research Posters 2024-OMED24-POSTERS

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Lauren Ivelte, a medical student at Kansas City University, presents research on the emotional and social impacts of menstrual practices on women in rural Guatemala. Conducted during a Global Health Outreach initiative, the study surveyed 88 women, uncovering significant differences between younger and older women's experiences and understanding of menstruation. Findings reveal that older women face more stigma yet possess better knowledge of menstrual physiology. The research, incorporating osteopathic principles, emphasizes the need for culturally sensitive education and interventions to enhance menstrual health and well-being. The project calls for continued research and targeted interventions in similar settings.

Keywords

menstrual health

rural Guatemala

emotional and social impacts

culturally sensitive education

osteopathic principles