In a candid post on X (formerly Twitter), Kamath said his biggest mistake was delaying medical attention. “If there’s one thing I wish I had done differently when I was hit by a stroke last January, it would be to go to the hospital immediately, within the Golden Hour (
‘Strokes are rising among younger people’
Kamath warned that strokes are no longer limited to older adults. “This ‘nothing will happen to me’ attitude is common, especially among those under 50. But the truth is, strokes are rising sharply — up to nearly 30% of all strokes in the last few years — among 30 to 50-year-olds,” he added.
Highlighting the importance of acting fast, he said, “When it comes to strokes, time is brain; every minute counts.”
Netizens relate to Kamath’s messageKamath’s post struck a chord with thousands of followers who appreciated his openness and shared their own experiences. One user wrote, “Yes… my driver had a massive stroke and no one was near him sadly. The golden hour was missed and massive damage done.”Another added, “A very innovative way of addressing and educating about major diseases among Indians is needed to change this ‘nothing will happen to me’ attitude.”
A third user commented, “This is such an important reminder. Most of us assume awareness is for ‘others’ — until it’s not. Thank you for sharing this; it could genuinely save lives.”
‘You need to know when to shift gears down’
Kamath had first revealed his health scare in February 2024, saying it came “out of the blue.” He linked it to stress, lack of sleep, dehydration, and over-exercising after his father’s death.
He described his recovery from facial drooping and difficulty reading or writing. “I wondered how someone who is fit and takes care of himself could go through this. The doctor told me, ‘You need to know when to shift gears down a bit,’” Kamath said.
A reminder to slow down and stay alert
Now 44, Kamath says he’s “slightly broken, but still getting my treadmill count,” staying positive while recovering. His message — that health emergencies can strike anyone, regardless of fitness — has resonated across the internet.
For Kamath, the takeaway is simple: awareness and timely action can save lives, even for those who think they’re too young to worry.
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