From Code to Cavity: A NYC Tech Worker's Dental Wake-Up Call

Here in the city that never sleeps, our work ethic often comes before our well-being. This is especially true in the fast-paced world of New York's tech scene, where deadlines are sacred and taking a sick day can feel like a cardinal sin. Today, we're sharing a story that hits close to home for many New Yorkers, following an IT employee whose dedication to his job led him to neglect a serious dental problem.

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