Every June 23, the U.S. celebrates National Hydration Day. Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) knows that proper hydration is vital to living a healthy life, but it’s often overlooked by patients. Some common symptoms of dehydration can be confused with cardiometabolic conditions or medication side effects. Dry mouth, muscle cramps, excessive thirst, rapid heartbeat, and headache are all common signs that the body needs hydration - but shouldn't be confused with more serious problems.

Whether your patients are professional athletes, casual exercisers, people who enjoy spending time in the sun, or just in need of a friendly reminder, make sure to point out that drinking water is key to avoiding heat stroke, dehydration, and other dangerous complications this summer. Celebrating National Hydration Day is a great way to raise awareness!

For more on how lifestyle choices, such as getting proper nutrition and hydration, can have cardiometabolic health benefits, visit CMHC in Boston this October 19-22 for The Present and Future of Cardiometabolic Health: Advances and Expert Perspectives.