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How to Control Fever and Shivering in Children

Published Dec,05 2018 | By Krisha McCoy

A fever is one of the most common symptoms children experience. While it can be scary when your child has a fever, it is actually one of the body's best tools for fighting infection. Fever helps slow the growth of viruses and bacteria.

Krisha McCoy is a Boston-area freelance writer who has been covering health- and nutrition-related topics since 2002. Her work has appeared in a variety of print and online media, including the "Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter" and HealthDay News. She received her Bachelor of Science in nutrition from the University of Texas and her Master of Science in nutrition communication from Tufts University.