Normal body temperature is lower than 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, studies find. Doctors reveal the most accurate body temperature and what it means for a fever.

What is our actual body temperature? In a follow-up study, Parsonnet and researchers found average body temperatures, ranged from 97.2 degrees to 98.4 degrees.

Here's what you need to know about normal body temperature numbers by age, plus what range constitutes a fever and when to treat it or call a doctor.

Stanford Medicine researchers find that normal body temperature is personal and varies among individuals.

Medical experts have complained that the so-called “normal” 98.6” body temperature isn’t accurate and should be personalized for each patient.

Recent research suggests the average healthy human temperature is between 97.3 and 98.2 degrees Fahrenheit, not 98.6.

Scientists have found a link between variations in gut microbiome and body temperature regulation in sepsis patients.

After taking my temperature with both devices seven times, the Pixel 8 Pro's average temperature reading was 97.7 degrees, while the forehead thermometer's was 98.2 degrees.

Studies have found the average body temperature is actually below 98.6 degrees. A normal temperature also varies based on factors like your age and health.