India, Nov. 9 -- A stroke occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, thereby depriving brain tissue of oxygen and essential nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die, leading to potential loss of movement, speech, vision, or even life if not treated promptly. In today's fast-paced world, stroke is no longer a condition confined to older adults; it is increasingly affecting younger individuals in their most productive years. Once considered a disease of old age, stroke is now emerging as a growing concern among younger adults due to rising stress levels, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and increasing incidence of risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Stroke symptoms in young adults are similar to those in older adults. Thus, one must remember the B.E. F.A.S.T. rule to identify early warning signs and act immediately: Other signs include sudden severe headache, confusion, or trouble walking. Every minute counts - time lost is brain lost. An ischemic stroke happens when blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain are blocked, leading to tissue damage. It accounts for about 60% of strokes in individuals under 50 years of age. A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel ruptures, causing bleeding in or around the brain and injuring nearby tissues. It makes up around 40% of strokes in people below 50 years. Overall, approximately 85% of all strokes are ischemic, while 15% are hemorrhagic. The increase in young stroke is to some extent attributed to the rise in risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, bad cholesterol, obesity, and smoking, which are now more prevalent in younger age groups. The effect of stroke in young people is significant as it leads to higher mortality and disability, which directly impacts the quality and productivity of life. Thus, increased burden leads to a focus on prevention and treatment. Management of stroke in the young is focused on below parameters: With the rise in stress and competition in everyday life and other risk factors coming into play at a young age, the risk of having a stroke before 50 years of age will increase in the coming years. One should focus on the prevention of stroke, early identification and management to prevent mortality and disability in the young....