Uno Dos of Trace: How Does Your Body Know What Temperature to Make a Fever?

Trace is standing in front of a book shelf. Caption: Also, how does it adjust that temperature once it knows it.

Host Trace Dominguez discusses the science behind getting a fever when sick. Fevers are integral to effective immune responses and ensure the immune system takes appropriate action against the offending virus or bacteria. Part of the "Uno Dos of Trace" series.

(Source: DCMP)

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  • Uno Dos of Trace: How Does Your Body Know What Temperature to Make a Fever?

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    OER
    Author:
    Trace Dominguez
    Length:
    5 minutes