Despite their frequency, many people misunderstand what a fever means, when it’s dangerous and how best to manage it. Here’s ...

We've all reached for over-the-counter medications to bring a fever down when we're feeling under the weather. But what do you do if Tylenol doesn't work or your fever returns when the medicine wears ...

Sweating out a fever is popular myth, but it could actually dehydrate you, cause unpleasant symptoms like chills, and worsen ...

If you’re not feeling well, it’s understandable to wonder if you have a fever. But if you don’t have a thermometer laying around, that can be a tricky task. Can you tell if you have a fever without a ...

Sick animals often move to warmer places to raise their body temperature. GK Hart/Vikki Hart/Stone via Getty Images Suppose you catch a virus. The immune system responds by releasing molecules called ...