As I understand it Gatorade is the same, but many critics say it is not. I have seen a lot of the quart sized containers go out the door at the BLM offices where I used to work ambulance. The fire crews swear by it.

In 2003 the World Health Organization and UNICEF doctors decided to update the formula for their recommended Oral Rehydration Salt solution that is given to patients with chronic diarrhea. As I understand the new formula for Gatorade (low sugar) was developed for that reason. Jeff McCann provided a link for O.R.S. although it does mention the old formula, the new formula does not recommend as much sugar. However, the link for O.R.S. does not mention the use of Potassium Chloride (salt substitute) like the W.H.O./UNICEF Formula does. Though you can get potassium from bananas, avocados, and eggs.

For the person who is ill and having trouble getting anything down and staying down (eaten) the recommended dehydration / diarrhea diet is the following. BTW this is the BRATY Diet.

Bananas-Mashed, usually the older the better to mash.
Rice-Brown or a long grain white, not instant, served as a gruel
Applesauce-homemade is best or look for low sugar. Nutrient.
Tea-Green has many known positive health effects aids in reabsorption of fluids.
Yogurt-helps restore the normal stomach flora thus calms the stomach.

Add to your list Benadryl (Antihistamine and sleep aid) ask your doctor before using to aid in sleep, but believe me if you are a care provider and you lose sleep you increase your own risk.

Your pain relief e.g Tylenol, etc. should be in liquid form. This makes it easier to swallow.

Any feverish person who sweats and soaks their sheets and clothes should have a change to dryer clothing/bedding as this will prevent hypothermia. I know this is considered "old school," but I have seen it actually work and it improves a persons comfort, so do bed baths if it comes to that.

REMEMBER: Children <5 and the Elderly are most susceptible to any pandemic.

Usual Warnings and Disclaimers apply to this information. When in doubt check with your physician.

Take care,

STARGAZER