Shy about saying ‘vagina’? This board game aims to educate players on women’s health (VIDEO)
A recent survey conducted by Libresse suggests that Malaysian women lack reliable information about vaginal health, with 69 per cent of respondents incorrectly labelling a diagram of the female reproductive system.The survey also showed that four out of 10 Malaysian women feel uncomfortable using the word “vagina” in conversations, therefore perpetuating the cultural taboo and stigma surrounding discussions about female reproductive health.
This information gap could pose health risks to women if they are unable to identify symptoms of possible infections or other conditions related to their reproductive health. To address this issue, Libresse partnered up with consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Patricia Lim Su Lyn to provide vaginal health facts in a fun, approachable manner via the campaign’s digital and educational platforms.
“Knowledge is power, and women need to be taught from an early age to take charge of their V-Zone health — nobody else can do this for them. “This includes taking note of their monthly period cycle and any irregularities, conducting vaginal self-examinations and seeing a gynae annually for check-ups,” said Dr Lim in a press release.
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