Call for Guidelines to Prevent Misuse of Menstrual Leave in Schools
Safeguards sought against misuse of menstrual leave in schools

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A medical officer has urged the Kerala government to establish strict guidelines for menstrual leave in schools to prevent misuse. K. Prathibha emphasized the need for medical certification and suggested that female teachers manage leave requests to protect students' privacy.
- 01K. Prathibha, a medical officer from Tanur, has written to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan advocating for menstrual leave regulations.
- 02She recommends mandatory medical certification from a government female doctor for students seeking menstrual leave.
- 03Requests for menstrual leave should be managed by female teachers to maintain privacy and sensitivity.
- 04Dr. Prathibha warns that unrestricted menstrual leave could lead to misuse and related issues.
- 05She suggests that students on leave should remain under parental or guardian care during their absence.
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K. Prathibha, a medical officer from Tanur, has reached out to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to advocate for the implementation of strict guidelines regarding menstrual leave for schoolgirls. In her correspondence, she stressed the importance of protecting students' privacy and ensuring that the leave is not misused. Dr. Prathibha proposed that students experiencing severe physical or psychological difficulties during menstruation should obtain leave only with an annual medical certificate issued by a government female doctor. To further safeguard students, she suggested that requests for menstrual leave be handled by a female teacher, particularly if the class teacher or principal is male. Dr. Prathibha expressed concern that unrestricted access to menstrual leave could result in misuse, urging that only those who truly need it should be granted leave. Additionally, she called for schools to ensure that students on menstrual leave remain under the supervision of their parents or guardians during their time away from school. These recommendations aim to create a supportive environment while preventing potential exploitation of the menstrual leave policy.
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The proposed guidelines aim to protect the rights and privacy of schoolgirls while ensuring that menstrual leave is used appropriately.
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