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 ...

The original idea dates back centuries when people believed that colds were caused by low body temperature needing warmth (by ...

If you’ve found yourself puzzling over your thermometer and wondering what temperature is considered a fever lately, you’re definitely not alone. Given that fever is the most common symptom of the new ...

We asked experts if the adage is true. Ask Well We asked experts if the adage is true. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Melinda Wenner Moyer Q: I often hear people say that ...

Whether stemming from a wound, a toothache or an infection like the flu, nearly everyone has experienced the discomfort of having a fever. While fevers can be inconvenient and are sometimes a sign of ...