Vol. 2, Issue 1, Part A (2025)

Adolescent girls, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, often lack adequate knowledge and resources to manage menstruation in a hygienic manner, leading to compromised health, education, and psychosocial well-being. This research examines the impact of mobile-based health messaging on menstrual hygiene awareness among adolescent girls. The research’s primary objective is to assess the effectiveness of a mobile health (mHealth) intervention in increasing menstrual hygiene knowledge and improving hygienic practices. The research aims to

1. Assess baseline menstrual hygiene awareness and practices,
2. Evaluate the effects of mobile health messages on menstrual hygiene knowledge and practices, and
3. Determine if increased awareness results in more hygienic behaviors.

It is hypothesized that adolescent girls who receive mobile-based health messages will demonstrate significantly higher awareness and adoption of hygienic practices compared to a control group. The research underscores the potential of mobile health (mHealth) interventions as a scalable, cost-effective way to address menstrual hygiene challenges, particularly in settings where traditional health education is limited ^[1-3]. The findings highlight the role of mHealth in reaching hard-to-reach populations and providing culturally sensitive, private education on menstrual health. This intervention could serve as an adjunct to school- or community-based education, helping to overcome logistical barriers ^[4-6].