India, Aug. 27 -- What are some things people should do and stop doing to avoid becoming a neurosurgical patient? According to neurosurgeon Dr Stefan Thomas Lang, some of the most important precautions are surprisingly simple.

"Wearing a helmet on an e-scooter is probably like a single biggest thing you can do. I see it all the time," Dr Lang said in an August 9 Instagram post, highlighting the importance of protecting the head from potentially devastating injuries. (Also read: '7 best fruits for fatty liver': Gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi shares fibre-rich fruits to support liver health )

He also urged people to stay away from alcohol and keep their blood pressure under control. "We see a lot of people who have uncontrolled high ...