We grew up fearing fevers, but science says they’re not always bad.
In a typical Nigerian household, fevers are treated with urgency, often with paracetamol or antipyretic drugs. However,
what if fever isn’t the enemy we’ve been told it is, but a sign that our body is fighting smart?
The traditional approach to fevers stems from the misconception that fever is an illness, rather than a symptom of the body's defense mechanism.
Author's summary: Challenging common perceptions about fevers.