Brain Health & Aging: A new Lancet Commission report says nearly 45% of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented by tackling 14 lifestyle risk factors—especially hearing loss, poor diet, smoking, diabetes, social isolation, air pollution, and vision problems—backed by findings like hearing aids cutting cognitive decline risk and daily walking lowering risk. Metabolism & Memory: Neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter links Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s risk to metabolism and brain immune cells (microglia), arguing prevention starts long before old age. Heart Health Reality Check: New research suggests BMI can miss risk; waist size and waist-to-hip ratio better flag heart danger, since central fat drives inflammation and blood-sugar problems. Rural Diabetes Push: India is rolling out a rural digital portal and awareness library to improve screening, follow-up, and documentation as diabetes rises outside cities. Community & Lifestyle: A study ties loneliness and low social contact to higher frailty and death risk, reinforcing that connection is health. Local Wellness Events: Physio Solutions opens registration for “PS Relay 2026” in Hulhumalé Central Park (Sept 12) to promote active living. Everyday Safety: A security expert warns trotros riders to stay alert and protect valuables amid scam-style attacks. Culture & Travel: Greece’s high-speed ferry “vomit comet” nickname resurfaces as tourists report seasickness, while a tourism-statistics explainer urges people to question how visitor numbers are measured and used. Fashion & Tech: Citizen expands its Eco-Drive Rolan watch line with a new solar-powered color option.