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 ...

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 ...

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) can be used to treat a fever, depending on the child’s age. Ibuprofen ...

Influenza viruses are common, and the seasonal flu tends to infect many people every year. Influenza A viruses are the most ...

By inserting that temperature-tolerant section into a human influenza virus, the team created two nearly identical strains: ...

It’s crucial that we monitor bird flu strains to help us prepare for potential outbreaks," said virologist Matt Turnbull.

A study uncovers the viral gene that lets bird flu beat fever, reshaping surveillance strategies as H5N1 continues to spread.

Few things cause as much worry for parents as a child with a fever. The flushed cheeks, warm forehead and droopy eyes often send caregivers into a spiral of concern. Although fevers can seem alarming, ...

New research shows feverish temperatures make it more difficult for viruses to hijack our cells. A mouse study suggests it's ...

Bird flu viruses are a particular threat to humans because they can replicate at temperatures higher than a typical fever, ...