4min chapter

The Curious Clinicians cover image

[Archive] - Why is fever beneficial?

The Curious Clinicians

CHAPTER

The Evolutionary Benefits and Costs of Fever

This chapter explores the evolutionary significance of fever in health, discussing both its benefits and potential dangers, particularly in cases like Brugada syndrome. It argues against the excessive use of anti-pyretics while acknowledging specific circumstances that may require them.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode