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While 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit is often cited as the standard for normal body temperature, adults’ average body temperature may be closer to 97.9 degrees Fahrenheit, according to a study published Sept ...

When you’re feeling sick and wondering whether to go to work or school, the thermometer often has the final verdict. Most people have been taught a body temperature of 98.6 Fahrenheit is normal, while ...

When you’re feeling sick and wondering whether to go to work or school, the thermometer often has the final verdict. Most people have been taught a body temperature of 98.6 Fahrenheit is normal, while ...

Many people have heard from their parents or medical professionals that 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit is the average body temperature. Though normal body temperatures vary from person to person, it’s been ...

For seemingly forever, we’ve been told 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit is the standard for a normal body temperature. However, recent studies suggest that the number may be outdated. According to research, ...