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Tampon shortage latest sign of supply chain woes in US stores

Tampons are in short supply in stores across the United States due to global supply chain issues and some panic buying

NEW YORK: Tampons are the latest product disappearing from store shelves in the United States, another illustration of supply chain problems that are complicating daily life, following the troubling shortage of baby formula.

Drugstore chains CVS and Walgreens confirmed in messages to AFP that some brands of tampons are temporarily unavailable in some areas.

Procter & Gamble, which makes the ubiquitous Tampax line among other products, said customers might not be able to find their usual brand in American stores.

“We understand it is frustrating for consumers when they can’t find what they need. We can assure you…

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