§ Ms. WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what recent representations she has received about the incidence of toxic shock syndrome and other tampon-related illnesses; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. SackvilleIn recent months, we have received a number of letters about toxic shock syndrome. TSS is a rare condition which sadly proves fatal in one or two cases each year. The Government are fully committed to reducing the risk of TSS associated with tampon use to the absolute minimum.