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Magnetic storms from May 19 to the end of June: forecasts and protective measures
Several periods of increased geomagnetic activity are expected from May 19 to the end of June. 2026 is among the most "stormy" in recent years, which is why experts recommend paying more attention to health and technology, and following specific precautionary measures.
Bears are not monsters: why human behavior increases risk in the mountains
The tragedy on Vitosha has once again drawn attention to encounters between humans and bears. Experts remind that the animals are not "bloodthirsty predators" – the risk often comes from human error and underestimating the wilderness.
HIV/AIDS: A new section in "eHealth" and an anti-stigma campaign
The Ministry of Health is launching an HIV section in "eHealth". Learn how the virus is transmitted, where to get tested for free, and how to fight stigma.
Minister Katya Ivkova: Healthcare professionals are the most valuable resource in the system
Health Minister Katya Ivkova emphasized sustainable solutions and the recruitment of young professionals during the National Healthcare Conference.
UCL study: art slows aging as effectively as exercise
A British study shows that reading, music, and museum visits are linked to slower biological aging – an effect comparable to that of regular physical activity.
Gen Z is reshaping the rules in the office, and companies are forced to adapt
Gen Z isn't chasing a "job for life," but rather balance, freedom, and meaning. The new generation is rewriting the office rules—from working hours to values—and businesses are being forced to change.
Work rituals for productivity: small habits, big effect
Light daily rituals without fanaticism: a task list instead of morning email, short breaks without a phone every 60–90 minutes, and a 5-minute "closing the day" routine for less chaos and more focus.
How to stop the war with food and start getting along with it
We do not divide food into "good" and "bad" – we focus on frequency and quantity, adding beneficial things, and having at least one mindful, screen-free meal every day.
Patriarch Daniil held a prayer service for healthcare workers at the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
On the occasion of International Nurses Day, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church offered prayerful support for medical professionals and expressed concern regarding staffing shortages.
Small steps versus big promises: how to build habits without violence
Why "70% of the plan, but regularly" works better than a perfect start and a quick burnout. A scientific look at small steps, habits, and realistic changes.
AI in everyday life: assistant or risk? How to maintain reasonable boundaries
"AI bots" are already writing texts, giving advice, and influencing our decisions. What are the real benefits and risks, and how can we avoid harming ourselves while using them every day?
Self-care Week a minimum program that doesn't turn your life upside down
An easy "self-care Week": 3 days of walking, 2 days of light strength training, 1 day of stretching, and one small conscious healthy habit every day.
New government programs: Free flu vaccines for children and home patronage care
The government has adopted national programs for vaccinating children against the flu and providing patronage care for pregnant women and infants. Learn about the scope and new developments in healthcare.
Small joys, big survival: how daily rituals protect our psyche
Not the abstract "love yourself," but the concrete little joys – a favorite mug, a short walk, music, a morning ritual – become a personal survival system when the world is unstable.
Vitamin D at the seaside: is a deficiency possible along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast?
Vitamin D deficiency remains a real risk even for people on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Doctors recommend monitoring levels, reasonable sun exposure, and targeted supplementation during the spring and summer of 2026.