Young Health

On World Stroke Day, October 29, 2026, doctors warned strokes are reaching people in their 20s and 30s and that fewer than 5% of patients reach hospital in time.

A Rutgers survey of 995 US adults aged 18-29, reported on October 26, 2026, found 32% had used AI chatbots for drug and alcohol information.

A George Mason University study reported on October 22, 2026, finds daily anxiety among US 18-to-25-year-olds rose from 15% in 2020 to 19.5% in 2024.

Young adults taught social skills in preschool reported less loneliness and depression at 21-22, a Penn State study announced October 20, 2026 found.

Gallup's 97-country report of 10 October 2026 links two hours or more of daily social media to more stress, anger and sadness in 15 to 29-year-olds.

A Lancet series dated 4 October 2026 reviewed 121 systematic reviews on nine million under-25s and linked problematic digital media use to poorer health.

A CDC report published October 8, 2026 found 21.3% of US adults aged 18-29 had frequent mental distress in 2024, though distress and inactivity both eased.

Gallup data released on 4 October 2026 shows 44% of US adults aged 18-29 are thriving, down from 64% in 2010, while over-65s hit a record 53%.

India's Tele-MANAS mental health helpline has received over 47.75 lakh calls, with 73.2% from people aged 18-45, the Health Ministry said on October 9, 2026.

A July 2026 study of 79 young adults in eight Indian cities maps what they think a healthy lifestyle is and what stops them from adopting one.