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  • I recently had the pleasure of partaking in a fantastic adventure through Switzerland and Norway through December. While it was indeed an extraordinary experience and unforgettable vacation, it was sometimes freezing, if not frigid. As a good Canadian boy, I’ve gotten used to colder weather. Still, seeing that I live in southern Ontario, I don’t

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  • Any of us accustomed to having ample access to healthcare facilities and resources may have a hard time imagining a lifestyle where it’s difficult to find a primary care doctor. Many states in the U.S. have their own healthcare deserts, wherein medical amenities are either limited or non-existent. If you currently live in a healthcare

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  • It’s the height of winter, and if you’re experiencing a case of the winter blues, you’re not alone. According to a study, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects about 15 percent of Canadians, and the winter blues can last up to five months. Moreover, some studies indicate that women are more likely to experience sadness during the

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  • Over here at ADDICTED, we love a great flannel. It might be the look, the feel, or maybe just the warmth they offer in the cold Canadian winter; either way, to us, they are a staple for those in a colder climate. So, when we recently came across MuskOx, we had to test out their

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  • Trying to stop overspending and start saving can be an overwhelming and challenging task. You have to understand that trying to control every aspect of your life is not possible, but it is possible to make good decisions.  Photo by Karolina Grabowska   You can manage your spending habits and start to track the money you

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  • 76% of people who have received a telehealth visit would prefer that method of healthcare in the future. The ability to get medical advice and care virtually is proving to be beneficial for patients worldwide. Telehealth services will likely expand and, hopefully, become more widely used in the future. With this in mind, employers should

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  • Europe is a vast continent, home to gorgeous historic cities and countless islands, with many offerings for LGBTQIA+ travellers. These places promote open-mindedness and tolerance towards the LGBTQIA+ community and have annual events and festivals to celebrate gay pride. If you’re wondering what these places are, refer below for the best destinations for LGBTQIA+ travel

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  • TESTED: Vessi’s Sunday Slippers

    Over the last few years, I’ve been searching for new slippers that are high quality, well made, that are also comfortable and have good tread. I know it’s a tall ask, but, after what seemed like a year’s searching, I’ve finally found a pair I love. Say hello to the Sunday Slippers from Vessi. Know

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  • Hate vacuuming? Well, you’re not alone. We ran a questionnaire a while back asking readers if they A. Enjoyed vacuuming (less than 20% said yes), B. Didn’t mind vacuuming (about 40% said they didn’t mind) and when it came to the final question, C. Who hate vacuuming, another 40% said they would instead do almost

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  • Every year when the colder weather starts rolling in, I crack out my winter coats and put my summer coats away. Still, over the last few years, since the weather has been all over the place, I find that I end up leaving out my fall, winter and spring coats to use from September till

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