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Scarcity of tampon products drives consumer frustration

Scarcity of tampon products drives consumer frustration

06/18/2022

PBS News Hour

Scarcity of tampon products drives consumer frustration

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Scarcity of tampon products drives consumer frustration

Tampons are the latest addition to the growing list of out-of-stock items in states all across the country. Supply chain woes have left many shelves sparse, and the products have become more expensive, making it equally hard to find affordable alternatives. Sharon Terlep of The Wall Street Journal joins Lisa Desjardins to discuss what's behind the shortage.

06/18/2022

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