Flushed skin, a sweaty back and a general feeling of discomfort are all tell-tale signs of an illness. These physical symptoms allude to a raised body temperature, but the only sure way to tell if ...

Underarm (axillary) temperatures tend to be less accurate than oral body temperature by a full degree. However, they can still be helpful for screening changes in body temperature. Monitoring your ...

Adulting is hard. It's even harder when you realize that you feel feverish, that you need to take your temperature, and that, whoops, you don't even own a thermometer. If you're feeling feverish, or ...

I can't be the only one nervously lifting the back of my (scrupulously washed) hand to my forehead for quick assurance I've eluded fever for another day. Some will prefer using a scientifically tested ...