World Stroke Day 2025: Brain strokes are no longer confined to the elderly, they are fast emerging as a major health concern among India’s younger population. Doctors warn that poor sleep, uncontrolled stress , sedentary lifestyles, and unhealthy habits are driving a surge in stroke cases nationwide. While the numbers paint an alarming picture, the good news is that most strokes are preventable through simple yet consistent lifestyle changes.

What Is Brain Stroke?

Dr Vinit Banga, Head - Neurology, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad, says, "A brain stroke happens when blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked or reduced, so brain tissue cannot receive enough oxygen and nutrients. Brain cells start to die in a matter of minutes. There are two general types: ischemic stroke, from an art

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