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Stroke is no longer a disease of old age alone. In the fast-growing desk-job culture, long hours of sitting, poor posture and chronic inactivity are emerging as serious stroke triggers. Neurologist shares how modern work habits are affecting brain health, and why small daily movements can make a life-saving difference.

Stroke silently alters millions of lives every year, and India is on the frontline of this growing health challenge. According to the latest World Stroke Organization data, stroke-related deaths are projected to surge by 50% globally between 2020 and 2050, with nearly 87% of fatal strokes occurring in low- and middle-income countries.

Stroke is the second commonest cause of death in India. About 1,85,000 strokes occur every year in India with nearly one stroke every 40 seconds and one stroke death every 4 minutes, says an article published by news agency in 2023

New Delhi [India], July 1: As the nation commemorates National Doctor's Day, a deeply moving and thought-provoking message from one of India's leading neurointervention specialists is stirring nationwide dialogue.