Special Fluid Needs Of Children
Because children have special fluid needs, fluids play a critical role in maintaining health and performance of the child athlete. Heatstroke ranks second among reported causes of death in high school athletes.
As a parent, you should:- Educate your child athlete about the importance of drinking enough fluids before, during, and after practices and competition to avoid becoming dehydrated and to prevent heat illnesses;
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Prevent dehydration by helping your child follow fluid guidelines and by taking other precautions which can significantly reduce the risk of heat illness; and
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Know the signs of dehydration or heat illness and their treatment.
Revised June 18, 2012
