Brain Health & Nutrition: A Swedish study in JAMA Network Open links more anti-inflammatory diets (more vegetables, tea/coffee; less red/processed meat) with a 21–29% lower dementia risk in adults 60+, even when early Alzheimer’s blood markers are present—though researchers stress it doesn’t prove diet change prevents dementia. End-of-Life Policy: France is moving toward assisted dying for some incurably ill adults, joining a European patchwork that already includes regulated euthanasia or assisted dying in places like the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland (with strict conditions). Air Quality & Respiratory Risk: New research in Nature reports rising dust pollution across much of Europe from 2012–2021, with potential public health impacts including higher asthma risk and mortality. Extreme Heat & Athlete Safety: Tour de France coverage highlights how record heat is forcing race changes and raising cardiovascular and illness concerns for riders, with calls to rethink the calendar to protect athletes’ health. Digital Safety for Youth: The EU is proposing stronger rules to restrict social media access for under-13s, with “phased and gradual” access later—aimed at protecting teenage mental health. Cancer Care Access: Bulgaria is preparing CAR-T cell therapy rollout, but patient groups warn access may stay limited unless funding is sustainable; some patients currently travel abroad for treatment. Local Health Equity: Slovenia’s municipalities Črenšovci, Rogašovci, and Šalovci receive funding for sewage/road/infrastructure in Roma settlements, targeting better living conditions and health. Health Tech Policy: Google Ads expands alcohol promotion locations and updates gambling/games certification requirements, tightening ad compliance rules.