EP-367 | Yoga, Stroke Among Youth, Gym Myths, Brain Health & Diabetes | Top Neurologist Explains
Description
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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