A Runner Decides to Freely Bleed Through a Marathon, Here's Why
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Kiran Gandhi, a drummer and activist, made headlines when she decided to run the London Marathon while free bleeding. Her decision to not wear a tampon or pad during the race was a statement against the stigma surrounding menstruation and a call for greater awareness of the issue.
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97-Year-Old Woman Is Awarded a Degree, Decades After She First Started College / Bright Side
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9 Habits That Can Make a Person Become a Loser / Bright Side
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Nausea After Running: Causes and Tips for Avoiding Discomfort
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Runners' diarrhea: What causes it and how to prevent it
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