NBC Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. If you or someone in your home is feeling sick, one of ...

Oral and rectal temperatures are the most reliable predictors of core body temperature, but measuring these temperatures in children under 4 years of age is often difficult. Currently the rectal ...

RAMSEY, Minn. — When your child is sick it can be terrifying for any parent. For a lot of parents, the thermometer is their only "scientific" tool to use to see if their kid has a fever. So how ...

If you or someone in your home is feeling sick, one of the most important things to do first is to check your temperature with a thermometer. Temperature is an important vital sign that health care ...

As mercury thermometers are a thing of the past, you no longer have to wait several minutes to read a small red line. Instead, there are now five different types of thermometers — rectal, oral, ...

There are many types of thermometers available for temperature readings. An accurate temperature reading is important for newborns and infants. A small temperature change can make a big difference.

As with many modern technological advances, we’re now able to get all kinds of information with the touch of a button. Even thermometers, which once took several minutes in order to get a true reading ...

Our testing found that ease of cleaning is surprisingly important. Here’s what else to know. In our tests, we found that cleaning an in-ear thermometer properly is critical for accurate readings. By ...

Greg Baker is a chef, restaurant consultant, and writer with almost 40 years of experience in the industry. As an expert in outdoor cooking, Greg has written more than 30 articles on grilling and ...