Wellness Travel: Wellness bookings are up 28% year-on-year, and “spa weekend” getaways are trending again, with Europe’s UNESCO “Great Spa Towns of Europe” highlighted as easy, restorative escapes. Healthy Aging: A new U.S. Census Bureau report projects the share of people aged 65+ will nearly double worldwide by 2060, reshaping health and long-term care needs. Maternal & Newborn Care: Sofia opened a photo exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the Neonatology Clinic at Maichin Dom Hospital, spotlighting care for premature and critically ill newborns. Foster Care Support: A Stara Zagora discussion under the “Foster Me” initiative emphasized how foster care works in practice, with local foster families, legal guidance, and coordinated social services. Healthcare Reform Pressure: Five patient organizations urged urgent talks with Bulgaria’s PM and health minister, warning that changes to pricing/reimbursement and medicine shortages could disrupt the full patient journey. Digital Mental Health: Estonia is forming an expert group to reduce risks from social media and gaming for youth, as more European countries consider tighter protections. Public Health & Safety: Bulgaria confirmed two outbreaks of sheep and goat pox in Blagoevgrad and Yambol regions, with protection and surveillance zones launched. Community Resilience: Strumyani called for volunteers after flooding, while water supply was restored but remains unfit for drinking.