Elderly Vulnerability: 5 Reasons for Dehydration Risk

As people get older, they become more likely to get dehydrated, like when the weather is hot.

This is because their bodies have less water, they may not eat enough healthy foods, and they might take medicines that make them lose water.

Also, some older folks have trouble moving around or remembering to drink.

To stay healthy, older adults should drink enough fluids, and caregivers can help by making sure water is easy to get to and by setting up schedules for drinking.