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35 Sick Day Essentials

From Lollipop Thermometers to Cozy Complete Coverups

— August 9, 2012 — Lifestyle
These sick day essentials help buyers make the most of their time spent recovering.

Since rest is a vital aspect to taking a sick day off, many innovations that fit this theme are related to keeping warm and cozy. From snuggies to heated blankets, advances in technology ensure that people can stay as comfortable as possible while feeling under the weather. Because concentration is often a challenge when one is ill, television and entertainment can come into play in a big way during this time off.

Often enjoyed more than many are willing to admit, sick days are an inevitable part of life, and allow people to gratefully regenerate after coming down with a sickness.
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Activity
Freshness
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Community-Conscious Comforters
Community-Conscious Comforters
Blanket America is a Cozy 'Buy 1 Give 1' Company
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Touch-Sensitive Blankets
Touch-Sensitive Blankets
The 'IM Blanky' is One Smart Sheet
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Toddler Temperature Tellers
Toddler Temperature Tellers
The Easy Read Thermometer Uses Heat-Sensitive Fabric and LED Display
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Hipster Heritage Blankets
Hipster Heritage Blankets
The Pendleton x Hysteric Glamour Remixes Two Iconic Designs
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31
Microscopic Meal Boxes
Microscopic Meal Boxes
The Tiffin Lunch Kit by Lorea Sinclaire is Easy to Carry Around
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30
Undercover Air Purifiers
Undercover Air Purifiers
The Cup Shitsuki USB Humidifier Looks So Good You Can Practically Eat It
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29
Fleece Sweater Headrests
Fleece Sweater Headrests
The HoodiePillow Brand Pillowcase is Perfect for Comfortable Lounging
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28
Wizardry-Inspired Robes
Wizardry-Inspired Robes
The Harry Potter Snuggie Will Have You Dressed Like Ron Weasley
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27
Socially Conscious Comforters
Socially Conscious Comforters
Blanket Statements is a One-for-One Company Helping Women's Shelters
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26
Comfort Food Chocolate Blends
Comfort Food Chocolate Blends
Komforte Chockolate Makes Oddly Mixed Cocoa Confections
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25
Cozy Hipster Blankets
Cozy Hipster Blankets
The Weezer Snuggie Keeps People Warm and Cool at the Same Time
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24
Eco-Friendly Recession Blankets
Eco-Friendly Recession Blankets
Snuggies Gain Popularity Due To Ridiculous Branding
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23
Cozy Complete Coverups
Cozy Complete Coverups
The Phrobi Blanket Robe has Got Your Back
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22
Anti-MRSA Pajamas
Anti-MRSA Pajamas
Sleep Safe PJs Fight Infections
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21
Thermometer Fashion
Thermometer Fashion
The Temperature Sweater Displays Your Body Heat on Your Sleeve
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20
Heated Blanket Spreads the Warmth
Heated Blanket Spreads the Warmth
The Slanket helps Charities
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19
Stick-On Thermometers
Stick-On Thermometers
‘Thermoplay'
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18
Lollipop Thermometers
Lollipop Thermometers
Taiwanese Designers Introduce Kid-Oriented Medical Tools
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17
Heated Car Comforters
Heated Car Comforters
'Warming Blanket for Car' Keeps You Cozy & Comfortable Through Frosty Travel
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16
Minimalist Multifunctional Computers
Minimalist Multifunctional Computers
The Vizio All-In-One PC is a Complete Entertainment System
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15
Wearable Blankets
Wearable Blankets
Buttercup Picnic Dress
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14
Soft Wooden Sleepers
Soft Wooden Sleepers
The Elisa Strozyk Wooden Daybed Design Debuts in Milan
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13
Designer Flannel Fashion
Designer Flannel Fashion
The Simply Vera Fall 2010 Collection Includes Cozy Pajamas
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12
Transforming Tortilla Seats
Transforming Tortilla Seats
The 'Blandito' Seat Conforms to Your Personal Shape
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11
Savory Soup Sandwiches
Savory Soup Sandwiches
The French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich Tastes Like the Bistro Classic
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10
British Pajama Bans
British Pajama Bans
Tesco Grocery Store Bans Pajamas in Customer Dress Code Policy
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9
Samurai-Approved Soups
Samurai-Approved Soups
Kabuto Noodles Packaging Embodies Creative Design Discipline
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8
Heated Snake Rugs
Heated Snake Rugs
The Eva
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7
Edwardian Lingerie
Edwardian Lingerie
Victoria & James Sleepwear Aims to be Comfortable and Sexy
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6
Folding Flower Loungers
Folding Flower Loungers
The Free Girevole Sofa Blossoms as a Daybed and Retracts as a Recliner
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5
Geeky Sleepwear
Geeky Sleepwear
Pajamas for Nerds
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4
Multitasking Camp Gear
Multitasking Camp Gear
Sleep and Stand in Your MusucBag Sleeping Bag
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3
Group Snuggies
Group Snuggies
The Family Blankeez Fleece Lets Up to 8 Cuddle Up
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2
Heated Wearable Blankets
Heated Wearable Blankets
The Coz-E Electric Blanket is a Hi-Tech Version of the Snuggie
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1
Reconfigurable King-Size Beds
Reconfigurable King-Size Beds
The Lect-Utopia Bed is Designed to Offer Comfort for Every Activity
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