A new study finds that temporal thermometers -- used to measure body temperature on the forehead -- may be less accurate than oral thermometers at detecting fevers among hospitalized Black patients. A ...

When your baby feels warm, it does not always mean they have a fever. A baby's age and how you take their temperature matter more than you think. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains why certain ...

Temporal artery thermometers use an infrared scanner to measure the temperature of the temporal artery in your forehead. Turn on the digital thermometer. Gently sweep it across your forehead and read ...

A person can take a child’s temperature in several ways. The most effective method depends on the age of the child. An accurate temperature reading can help parents and caregivers assess their child’s ...