Tampocalypse Now

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Depending on whether or not you have a uterus, you might be aware that the country is current undergoing a drastic shortage of o.b. tampons. Now, Gothamist reports that Dumbo's Bridge Apothecary, which used to be one of the last places in the city still carrying the brand, has been completely cleaned out. And don't bother going online—the shortage has even hit Soap.com. [Gothamist]