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Menstrual hygiene is one of the significant elements affecting quality of life. The purpose of this study was to evaluate people\u2019s attitudes, practices and understanding of menstruation and menstrual hygiene.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A cross-sectional study was conducted between 1 and 31 January 2020 involving 230 college-going girls belonging to the late adolescent age group (18-19 years) from four-degree colleges in Mangalore. Quota sampling was used; validated questionnaire was used to collect information regarding knowledge attitude and practices related to menstrual hygiene. 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Burning of the absorbent material is also followed; disposal bins were mainly used by urban students. 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