Stroke in young indians: Alarming rise linked to lifestyle changes
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 05, 2026, 23:00 (IST)
Stroke is increasingly affecting young indians due to lifestyle changes, with processed diets, lack of exercise, and rising hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes accelerating the problem. Tobacco, alcohol, stress, and air pollution further exacerbate the risk. This trend leads to significant long-term disability and economic burden, highlighting the urgent need for early screening and lifestyle interventions.