Learn about the role of hydration in supporting good health

NEWINGTON - With the body primarily composed of water, hydration is vital to maintaining optimum health. Water controls body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure as well as removes waste. Without adequate water, the body’s organs can shut down and an individual can experience anxiety, confusion, sleepiness, rapid breathing and increased pulse among additional problems.

A free program, “Staying Hydrated,” will be held Tuesday, Aug. 13, 1 to 2 p.m., at Newington Senior & Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St. Topics include the importance of hydration, its impact on the body, common myths, and how to identify signs and combat dehydration. Presenter will be Nicholas Arsenault, MSN, RN, CNL, CCM, CDP, transitional care nurse, Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging, which is the program sponsor.

Seating is limited and registration is required. To RSVP, call Newington Senior & Disabled Center, 860.665.8778.

Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging is a not for profit member of Hartford HealthCare Senior Services. Each of the 11 resource and assessment centers are designed to enhance access to services and information related to attaining optimal quality of life for seniors and their caregivers. For more information about Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging, visit http://hhccenterforhealthyagin... or call 1.877.424.4641.