Hepatitis C Elimination Push (UK): NHS figures say England has diagnosed and treated over 100,000 people for hepatitis C since 2015, using free 8–12 week antiviral tablets that cure more than 95% of cases; health officials urge higher-risk groups—including adults born in Bulgaria and other Eastern European countries—to use free, confidential home-testing kits. Children’s Hospital Funding Block (Bulgaria): Parliament rejected a proposal to guarantee state funding for the long-delayed National Children’s Hospital, renewing uncertainty after earlier procurement problems. Juvenile Violence Debate (Bulgaria): After the Plovdiv murder case, Bulgaria’s PM said there’s no place for fascist atrocities and warned against the “toxic environment” of social media, while political parties trade accusations over responsibility. Heat Health Alert (Bulgaria): A code yellow high-temperature warning covers 16 regions, with highs up to 38°C—urging extra caution for older adults, children, and vulnerable people. STI Surge Across Europe: Health experts warn sexually transmitted infections are rising sharply, with gonorrhea and syphilis far above 10-year levels. Arctic Research (Türkiye): A Turkish-led expedition to 82°N studied climate impacts, bird populations, and microplastic pollution, including work by Bulgarian scientists. At-Home Women’s Health Tech: A new at-home diagnostic tampon product is being discussed for screening HPV, STIs, and vaginal infections outside clinics.