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Strokes have nearly doubled among younger adults, and scientists aren't sure why

2026-10-15T05:28:14.000Z

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Strokes are becoming alarmingly common among younger adults, with rates nearly doubling among people ages 20 to 54 over nearly three decades. Researchers found that blocked blood vessels in the brain accounted for much of the increase, while high blood pressure, diabetes, and substance use also…

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