Several epidemic microbial diseases of earlier centuries incurred high death rates because they resulted in severe dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhea. Today they are usually not fatal because we have developed which of the following types of treatments?
A) antiviral medications that are efficient and work well with most viruses
B) intravenous feeding techniques
C) medications to slow blood loss
D) hydrating drinks with high concentrations of salt and glucose

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Hydrating drinks with high concentrations of salt and glucose, known as oral rehydration solutions, help to quickly restore fluids and electrolytes lost due to vomiting and diarrhea, preventing severe dehydration and reducing mortality rates.

Several Epidemic Microbial Diseases of Earlier Centuries Incurred High Death