DEHYDRATION

This study tests whether special reflective roof coatings can lower indoor temperatures and improve health in hot, low-income communities. About 3,200 adults in Burkina Faso, Mexico, India, Niue, and Fiji will have their roofs coated or not, and researchers will track heart rate,…

This study tests whether giving fluids right after spinal anesthesia can prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure in elderly patients with heart disease who are also dehydrated. Researchers will use ultrasound to guide treatment in 60 patients undergoing hip fracture repair. The…

This study tests whether a smart water bottle can help college students drink enough water. About 30 students who currently drink less than recommended will use the bottle and track their hydration for two weeks. The goal is to see if the bottle's reminders and daily self-checks …

This study looks at how quickly losing water weight (dehydration) affects combat athletes' sleep, thinking skills, and leg muscle strength. Twelve athletes with experience in rapid weight loss will be monitored using sleep trackers, strength tests, and thinking quizzes. The goal …

This study looks at whether people who carry one copy of the cystic fibrosis gene (called CF carriers) are more likely to get dehydrated or have heat-related problems. Researchers will compare 100 CF carriers with 100 non-carriers using surveys and a 45-minute sauna session. The …

This study looks at how drinking enough water—either plain or as non-sugary drinks—affects hydration, blood sugar control, and heart health. Researchers will track 144 adults with normal weight or obesity over 8 weeks. The goal is to see if better hydration can lower risks for di…

This study looks at 500 older adults to find better ways to diagnose malnutrition, kidney disease, and dehydration. Researchers will compare new methods like body scans and blood tests to current standards. The goal is to make diagnosis more accurate for hospitalized and vulnerab…