What temperature kills germs? How to use heat properly to get rid of bacteria and viruses

Preparing food and washing clothes at 140 degrees Fahrenheit or above can kill most germs. Here's what you need to know.

Dear Doctor: What exactly is a fever, and at what temp should I worry for my health?

ANSWER: Although 38 degrees Celsius (100.4 degrees Fahrenheit) is usually considered a fever, this isn’t universally true.
AZ Central

What is the chikungunya virus? Is it common in Arizona? Here's what to know

A major outbreak of chikungunya virus in China has forced the CDC to issue a travel warning for Americans heading to the country. More than 7,000 cases of the mosquito-borne illness have been reported ...

What is the chikungunya virus now transmitted in the US for the first time in years?

A person living in the suburbs of New York City has tested positive for chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus that is more ...
The Conversation

What is chikungunya virus, and should we be worried about it in Australia?

Jacqueline Stephens is affiliated with the Australasian Epidemiological Association and the International Network for Epidemiology in Policy. Jill Carr is affiliated with the Australasian Virology ...