International business and tourism travel has significantly raised the hazards of swine flu virus transmission to potentially global, pandemic proportions. More and more people are using non-contact forehead IR thermometers as a simple, quick, touch-less, and noninvasive way to perform preliminary screenings.

A non-contact forehead IR thermometer is designed for simple, expedient, and accurate initial fever screenings of groups by aiming the thermometer at areas of the face, such as the forehead or tear ducts (at the corners of the eyes).

A fever is one of the symptoms of an underlying illness. Fever alone is not a disease, but a natural reaction of the body to ward off the sickness. But of course, we can not discount that a fever is a signal that the body is not well. It is crucial that the temperature is taken accurately. A forehead thermometer is non invasive making it less troublesome to use. If the kids are upset because they are hot, this instrument can well just glide over their foreheads and be done in a matter of seconds. The temporal artery in the forehead emits the heat from the skin and the tool can pick it up and give a reading. A small beeping sound is let out indicating that the scan is correct. It can be used on a baby who is fast asleep. Kids and adults with ear infections can also use one. Do not forget that if you are bringing in the thermometer from another room that is cold, you will need a few minutes to wait. This tool greatly picks up heat and variance in temperature may affect its accuracy. It conveniently operates on a standard 9v battery.

An infrared forehead thermometer on the other hand, uses an infrared light to give a reading of one's temperature. It is a little pricey depending on the number of strips in the package, the brand, and of course quality. The entire family can use both instruments. Hygiene and safety is well thought of. It is wise to read the instruction manual first to make sure that you get things done right if using these items for the first time.

Infrared Thermometers are ideal for measuring body temperature as they give accurate measurements, without even so much as making body contact with the subject. This is a great option for those who hate tucking a traditional thermometer under their tongue or their underarms. Unlike a traditional thermometer, with this you do not have to wait for a stipulated time to show the results. In an thermometer, the results are instant and do not involve direct contact. This is good news especially for mothers with naughty kids, who can barely stand still for even a second. With this temperature gauging instrument, you can get the exact temperature of your child just by placing it on the forehead without contacting it directly.

Key Advantages:

1) Individuals being screened do not need to remove protective masks or glasses ensuring quick, orderly, problem-free fever screenings of large groups at airports, train stations, hospitals, schools & universities, or other public, travel- and/or health-related facilities.

2) The thermometer doesn't actually touch individuals being screened however, unlike oral or infrared ear thermometers, thus minimizing transmission risks to health workers.

3) Temperature readings are displayed in less than a second, as opposed to oral thermometers which take up to 30 seconds to display final measured temperature.

In conclusion we can say that the forehead thermometer is a very good addition to your tools to check up on your children. They will not be disturbed in any way and you can easily see if the child has temperature or not. We can avoid the discomfort caused by regular thermometers that no kids love.

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