The main downside of drinking hot water is that there's a risk of burning the mouth and throat if it's too hot, the experts note. Avoid drinking water hotter than 150 degrees Fahrenheit.

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The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus.

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New Griffith University researchers set out to evaluate whether ceiling fans reduce core body temperature and physiological strain in bed-resting older adults who had been exposed to prolonged indoor ...

Heat-related illness can occur when your body temperature rises due to extreme heat. Here's how to recognize the symptoms and treat it effectively.

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A dangerous heat wave is building across Wisconsin and the Great Lakes this week, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and 90s.