My Family Doctor
A family practitioner for over 25 years, Dr. Hubbard knows the medical world inside and out. Frustrated by managed care and the lack of time doctors were able to spend educating patients, he launched James Hubbard's My Family Doctor: The Magazine That Makes Housecalls, a national magazine written by health care practitioners that is his answer to hurried doctor visits, conflicting medical studies, and complicated treatment options.
Got a Fever? Blame Your Brain
When you have a temperature, your brain doesn’t think that’s a problem. In fact, it’s the culprit behind the sweating and shivering.
A little brainy gland called the hypothalamus has reset the body’s temperature to a higher degree. Experts aren’t sure why, but it may be helping kill bacteria.
If you find that interesting, step right up, step right up! You’ll love this week’s featured article, “Causes of Night Fever: Why It’s Higher Later.” The reasons it rises at night are pretty commonsensical. You may be surprised.
By the way, why do you sometimes have chills with a fever? Your body thinks it’s cold because of the reset higher temperature, according to the article. See? Common sense. Weird, huh?
By Leigh Ann Otte
Managing Editor
My Family Doctor Blog
[A version of this blog was originally posted December 28, 2010, at James Hubbard’s My Family Doctor Web site.]
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