chronic illness

Fever strikes fear in many parent’s hearts, and the numbers show how powerful the fear of fever is: according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, fever is one of the most common reasons parents bring in their child to see the doctor. The academy wants to get the word out to parents and practitioners alike: Don’t fear fever: danger lies in the illnesses or conditions that lead to fever, but fever itself rarely is dangerous. What Role Does Fever Play? Fever or body temperature higher than a Read More