(PR-inside.com) Seniors are six times more likely to be admitted to the hospital due to dehydration than adults ages 45-64. Prompted by the summer heat, SCAN Health Plan Arizona is issuing a warning to seniors to stay hydrated and know the signs of dehydration.“Dehydration is a serious issue for older adults,” said Dr. Timothy Schwab, SCAN’s chief medical officer. “By the time we recognize and act on some of the signs of dehydration, a senior’s health and well-being can already be in serious trouble.” As the body ages, it doesn’t store as much water, increasing the need to drink more ..

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