The 21st—Monday, March 9, 2020
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Paramedical Tattoos Bring People Comfort, Confidence
Before Sarah Penberthy's double mastectomy, she got an elephant tattoo on her finger for good luck from Eric Catalano. While getting the tattoo, she learned Catalano also did nipple and areola tattoos for breast cancer survivors. Penberthy knew then that she would get paramedical tattoos from him after her surgery.
Following Up On Illinois’ Law Mandating Free Sanitary Products In Schools
Back in January 2018, Illinois passed an act that tampons and sanitary pads would be free in school bathrooms for middle and high schoolers. Unfortunately not all districts are complying.