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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Staying hydrated is especially important during the summer months, but dehydration isn't always easy to recognize.
SouthCoast Health family medicine physician Dr. Leland R. Dampier III recently joined WTOC's Morning Break to discuss the early warning signs of dehydration, including symptoms that many people overlook. He also shared practical tips for staying properly hydrated and explained the serious health risks that can result from severe dehydration, such as brain and cognitive issues, cardiovascular strain, organ failure, and heat-related illness.
Drawing from both his medical expertise and his experience as a youth football coach, Dr. Dampier also discussed why proper hydration is so important for student-athletes and highlighted the safeguards in place to help keep them safe during practices and games.
Whether you are looking for a primary care doctor or a pediatrician, or another medical specialist, SouthCoast Health has you covered with its wide range of world-class healthcare services, available throughout the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 16 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hilton Head, Hinesville, and Statesboro. SouthCoast Health offers comprehensive medical services including: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Allergy and Asthma, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Eye Care, Imaging, Infectious Diseases, Nephrology, Neurology, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Surgery, Clinical Trial Research Studies, Diabetic Self-Management Training Sessions, Dietetic Counseling, Laboratory Services, Massage Therapy, Optical Shop, Pharmacy, and Urgent Care.
SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 18 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hinesville, and Statesboro.
