Are we allowed to use a thermometer on Shabbos to check if we have high fever?

 

Question continued:

In my case, I went to the doctor on Thursday and I got antibiotics. I had 103.5  fever and the doctor said if I feel sick on Shabbos I should call even on Shabbos due to COVID-19. I said if I feel sick, I’ll take a Tylenol so I don’t have to call on Shabbos.

 

Answer:

You should use a non-electric thermometer if possible.

If the doctor says to call if the fever is high you should call and not rely on taking a Tylenol. If possible, call with a shinuy.

See here regarding the thermometer on Shabbos:

My son has had a fever on and off for a few weeks already. Am I allowed to use an electric thermometer to check his fever on Shabbos?

 

 

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