Dr. (Col) Joy Dev Mukherji is one of India’s top neurologists with over 28 years of experience. After serving in the Armed Forces Medical Services, he joined Max Healthcare in 2006, where he continues to practice as a senior neurologist.

He has spoken at medical forums across India and abroad, published several research papers, and received many honours, including the Chief of Army Staff’s Commendation Medal.

In this episode of the ANI Podcast, Dr Mukherji explains why young adults are increasingly getting strokes and what causes them. He also talks about the reality of yoga, the impact of air pollution, and how recreational drugs are harming the youth. Furthermore, he shares what the government needs to focus on to improve healthcare in India.

00:00 – Introduction

01:00 – Strokes in Young Adults

02:53 – Can a Neck Massage Cause a Stroke?

04:16 – Early Warning Signs of Stroke

06:39 – What Can Save the Brain During a Stroke

08:06 – What To Do in a Stroke Emergency

11:50 – Genetics, Diabetes & Stroke Risk

12:23 – Pollution, Dementia & Stroke Link

16:33 – Party Drugs, Energy Drinks

20:10 – Heat Stroke vs. Brain Stroke

22:40 – Is Migraine a Warning Sign?

26:06 – Work–Life Balance & Discipline

27:45 – The Junk Food Trap

31:24 – Memory Lapses & Dementia

34:56 – Rapid-Fire Session

46:46 – Alzheimer's Disease

49:46 – Are Phones Destroying Kids?

56:00 – Nicotine’s Invisible Damage

58:16 – India’s Health Policies

01:01:09 – Is Healthcare Becoming a Business?

01:03:11 – What Made Dr Mukherji Stay in India?

01:04:59 – The Future of Brain Science

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