It's true: Until contagious childhood diseases could be prevented by vaccines, a case of scarlet fever required a sequestration of the invalid for six weeks.
False, sugary sports drinks are the best for hydration.
This statement is definitely not true. Sugary sports drinks are likely to make you more dehydrated than hydrated. If you are dehydrated, the best option will always be water.
The Institute of Medicine recommends 13 (3 liters) cups of water (and other beverages) each day for men and 9 (2.2 liters) cups of water (and other beverages) each day for women.