Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave

Destenie Nock, The Conversation 2h agoDO

Many public officials and corporate websites suggest people set their thermostats to 78 degrees as a way to stay relatively cool without breaking the bank. We don't think so.

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