Should Paid 'Menstrual Leave' Be a Thing?

[ismnotwasm]

40. Huh

I don't have bad periods, but some women do. Some consideration should be given to people who suffer from excessive pain. Working as a nurse- a female dominated profession, it's perfectly under stood, the sufferer is treated with compassion and respect.

In a less understanding environment I could where sick days would be a problem. They shouldn't be. These topics always amaze me, because XX women have the distinct physiology to carry on the human race. (Yes, I understand sperm is involved) the menstrual cycle is certainly part of this. A new study challenged part of the 'emotional' aspect of menstruation

http://www.slate.com/blogs/xx_factor/2014/05/02/menstrual_studies_debunked_women_do_not_make_mating_decisions_based_on_their.html

Bottom line though? I have a great union that fights to maintain good benefits, which includes fairly generous sick leave, holiday pay, personal holiday, vacation and the like. I'm not entirely sure this needs to be gendered as much as we need represented jobs that support workers in all aspects of their health and abilities.