The Burden of Hygiene Inequality in Toronto
When it comes to statistics on unequal access to hygiene in Toronto, specific local data can be hard to come by. However, broader Canadian studies offer valuable insights that reflect the challenges faced in our city. One significant issue is period poverty, which refers to the lack of access to menstrual products and comprehensive sexual…
Overcoming Barriers to Hygiene Access: Solutions from Canada and Beyond
Access to hygiene is more than a matter of cleanliness—it’s central to health, dignity, and inclusion. Yet, across Canada and many Western nations, systemic gaps in hygiene access persist, especially among those experiencing homelessness, poverty, or displacement. While these nations have robust healthcare infrastructures, hygiene inequality remains a largely overlooked public health issue. In this…
How Hygiene Relates to Healthcare: The Impact on Physical and Mental Health
When we think of healthcare, most of us picture hospitals, doctors, or medications. But there’s something far more basic—and often overlooked—that plays a huge role in our health: hygiene. Clean hands, brushed teeth, and a tidy environment may seem like small things, but they have a massive impact on our physical and mental well-being. Access…
Health Through Hygiene 