From Syphilis to COVID: The Use of Heat Therapy to Fight Viruses

On ‘Vital Signs,’ critical care physician and internist, Roger Seheult M.D. explains how to naturally mobilize the immune system against viruses.
From Syphilis to COVID: The Use of Heat Therapy to Fight Viruses
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw how viruses could cause mild symptoms in some people while leading others to life-threatening complications.
Dr. Roger Seheult, a critical care doctor, highlights the key role of the immune system in tipping the scales toward better outcomes. He explains that fever naturally boosts the production of virus-fighting proteins, particularly interferons, which help limit viral replication early in infection.
Brendon Fallon is a former reporter and photographer with The Epoch Times. He is the host and executive producer of NTD's "Vital Signs," a health show that zooms in on the important matters of health that come up in everyday life—connecting the dots across the broad canvas of our holistic wellbeing.
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