Menstruating while homeless: navigating access to products, spaces, and services.

Background: People experiencing homelessness (PEH) in the United States face substantial challenges related to menstruation, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Limited access to period products, heightened stigma, and gynecological challenges contribute to increased hardships for PEH, highlighting the need for improved services and policies to address period equity and overall well-being for this vulnerable population.

Methods: We conducted semi-structured qualitative interviews with PEH (n = 12) and community healthcare and social service providers (e.