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Stuck inside this winter? Here’s how to have a successful isolation

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There are a variety of reasons why you might have to stay home this winter, like a virus, COVID-19, a snow or ice storm, or a cold wave. While the first few days might feel like a nice break, you may also experience feelings of boredom or loneliness. Here are some tips for a successful isolation.

Debunking myths around performing CPR

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There are many beliefs or myths that can and do stop people from helping another individual in distress, such as cardiac arrest. In fact, seven out of 10 cardiac arrests happen in front of bystanders, however less than 20% of bystanders end up providing first aid.

Heartbreak and hope: One year of conflict in Ukraine 

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What does it mean to live through a year of armed conflict? For some, it means having to leave behind everything they know for somewhere safer. For others, it means spending hours in bomb shelters, or hours without electricity. For too many it means being separated from family, struggling to access basic medical care and not knowing what will happen next. 

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