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space-exploration1 month ago•46 min saved

ISS Medical Evacuation After 25 Years Highlights Space Health Care

The first medically evacuated astronaut in 25 years from the ISS underscores how space health care is evolving: while NASA hasn’t disclosed details of the Crew-11 incident, crews rely on onboard medical officers and telemedicine with Earth experts; space-related health issues—dermatoses, congestion, sleep disruption, and musculoskeletal injuries—are common, and as missions extend deeper into space, Earth-independent medical operations and AI-assisted care will become increasingly important—though the episode also shows how far medicine in space has come.

via Space|

#crew-11 #international-space-station #medical-evacuation

space1 month ago•1 min saved

Shenzhou-21 Crew Deepens On-Orbit Science with Xiaohang Robot

China’s Shenzhou-21 crew—Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang—nearly 80 days in orbit as they advance diverse experiments aboard the Chinese space station, including interactive tests with the intelligent robot Xiaohang (touch, autonomous flight) and data collection to optimize its motion. In space medicine, they use a Raman spectrometer to analyze urine metabolites and collect saliva to study space-associated microbial changes; they also gather samples for a project on the origin of the genetic code and chirality in space. In microgravity physics, they continue electrochemical optical tests on lithium‑ion batteries for space use. Maintenance tasks included replacing a sampling cover in the combustion science cabinet, disassembling/reassembling modules, and swapping samples in the fluid physics cabinet. A system-wide pressure emergency drill strengthened crew-ground coordination, and regular medical checks and exercise were conducted.

via news.cgtn.com|

#microgravity #robotics #shenzhou-21

science3 months ago•2 min saved

Breakthroughs in Space-Enabled Medical and Manufacturing Technologies

Scientists at ETH Zurich have successfully 3D printed muscle tissue in microgravity conditions using parabolic flights, marking a significant step toward creating functional human organs for transplantation and advancing space medicine. This research could help address organ donor shortages and improve health for astronauts on long missions.

via Space|

#3d-printing #human-tissue #microgravity

science5 months ago•5 min saved

NASA to Send Human Cells on Microchips to the Moon for Space Research

NASA is deploying tiny lab devices called organ chips with human cells aboard Artemis II to study how space affects human biology, focusing initially on bone marrow, to improve health protections for astronauts on lunar and Mars missions. These chips will help personalize medical care, predict responses to space radiation, and enhance safety during long-duration space travel.

via Earth.com|

#astronaut-health #deep-space-radiation #nasa

science-and-technology6 months ago•1 min saved

Preparing Humans for Mars: Medical Challenges and Space Medicine Solutions

The article discusses the challenges of human space travel, particularly to Mars, highlighting how space medicine can improve astronaut health and potentially benefit health on Earth by addressing issues like osteoporosis, muscle loss, and metabolic changes caused by microgravity. It also notes that current astronaut selection is limited by health criteria, but advances in space medicine could broaden eligibility and support long-term space missions.

via vox.com|

#astronaut-health #human-spaceflight #mars-travel

science1 year ago•3 min saved

NASA Crew-8 Astronauts Silent on Health After Long Space Mission

Three NASA astronauts, who recently returned from an extended mission on the International Space Station, declined to reveal which one of them was hospitalized for a medical issue after their SpaceX capsule landed. The astronauts, including Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, and Jeanette Epps, emphasized the unpredictable nature of spaceflight and its effects on the human body. NASA cited medical privacy for not disclosing details about the health issue.

via Phys.org|

#astronaut-health #international-space-station #nasa

science1 year ago•2 min saved

NASA Astronauts Return to Earth, Remain Silent on Health Concerns

Three NASA astronauts, who returned to Earth after 235 days in space, were taken to a Florida hospital as a precaution but are reportedly in good health. The astronauts, including Michael Barrett, cited medical privacy laws for not disclosing details about the hospital visit, stating that space flight still presents unexpected challenges. Their return was delayed due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule and weather conditions. The astronauts shared experiences of readjusting to Earth's gravity, highlighting the physical discomforts of returning to normal life.

via The Guardian|

#astronaut-health #international-space-station #nasa

space1 year ago•4 min saved

NASA Crew's Health Under Scrutiny After Mysterious Hospital Visit

NASA has remained tight-lipped about why the Crew-8 astronauts were hospitalized after their return from the International Space Station, citing medical privacy and ongoing evaluations. Despite a normal splashdown, one astronaut stayed overnight in the hospital due to an unspecified issue. NASA emphasizes the importance of safety and medical privacy, while a NASA safety panel member urged SpaceX to maintain focus on crew safety. The mission faced delays due to weather and was extended to support other missions, highlighting the complexities of long-duration spaceflight.

via Gizmodo|

#crew-8 #international-space-station #nasa

space-science1 year ago•3 min saved

"Astronauts' Space-Induced Headaches: A Study"

A new study involving 24 astronauts aboard the International Space Station has found that headaches are more common in space than previously known, with 22 of the 24 astronauts reporting experiencing headaches during their missions. The study suggests that different processes are involved in early and later headache episodes, possibly related to the body's adaptation to the lack of gravity and fluid accumulation in the upper body and head. This research adds to the growing understanding of the effects of space travel on the human body, including potential barriers to long-duration space travel, such as trips to Mars.

via VOA Learning English|

#astronauts #headaches #international-space-station

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

"Astronauts' Headaches: A Major Issue for Long Haul Space Missions"

A study involving 24 astronauts from various space agencies has revealed that headaches are more common in space travel than previously known, with 22 of the 24 astronauts experiencing headaches during their time aboard the International Space Station. The headaches varied in type and timing, with some resembling migraines and others tension headaches. The study suggests that the lack of gravity during space travel may lead to an increase in intracranial pressure, causing the headaches. This adds to the growing body of research on the effects of space travel on the human body, raising concerns for long-duration space missions.

via KSL.com|

#astronaut-health #headaches-in-space #international-space-station

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

"Astronauts' Headaches: Uncovering the Space Mystery"

A new study involving 24 astronauts from various space agencies has revealed that astronauts are more likely to experience headaches in space than previously known, with all but two reporting headaches during their time aboard the International Space Station. The study found that the headaches varied in type and timing, with some resembling migraines and others tension headaches. The researchers hypothesize that different mechanisms are involved for early and later headache episodes, possibly related to the body's adaptation to microgravity and an increase in intracranial pressure. This study adds to the growing understanding of the effects of space travel on the human body, highlighting the need for further research in the field of space medicine, especially as human space travel extends to longer durations and more distant destinations.

via New York Post |

#astronauts #headaches #international-space-station

spacescience2 years ago•3 min saved

"Astronauts' Headaches: A Major Challenge in Space Travel"

A new study has found that astronauts are more likely to experience headaches in space than previously known, with 22 out of 24 astronauts reporting headaches during their time aboard the International Space Station. The headaches, some resembling migraines and others tension headaches, occurred not only during the initial adaptation to microgravity but also later in the mission. The study suggests that different mechanisms may be involved in early and later headache episodes, with potential causes including space adaptation syndrome and increased intracranial pressure due to fluid accumulation in the upper body and head.

via Reuters|

#astronauts #headaches #international-space-station

space-medicine2 years ago•2 min saved

"Astronauts' Headaches: A Major Challenge in Space Travel"

A new study involving 24 astronauts from the U.S., European and Japanese space agencies who traveled aboard the International Space Station for up to 26 weeks has revealed that astronauts are more likely to experience headaches in space than previously known. The headaches, some resembling migraines and others resembling tension headaches, occurred not only during the first couple of weeks in space but also later, possibly due to different mechanisms. The study suggests that the lack of gravity during space travel can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and headaches, while later headaches could result from an increase in intracranial pressure due to fluid accumulation in the upper part of the body and head. This adds to the growing body of research on the effects of space travel on the human body, with implications for future long-duration space missions.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#astronaut-health #headaches-in-space #international-space-station

spacetechnology2 years ago•9 min saved

"SpaceX and Northrop Grumman Prepare Historic ISS Supply Missions"

A miniaturized robotic assisted surgery system, MIRA, is set to be sent to the International Space Station (ISS) to conduct simulated surgical procedures on rubber bands. Developed by Virtual Incision, the robot is designed to communicate with human doctors on Earth and perform medical procedures with high accuracy. The mission aims to advance space-based medical treatment for future crewed space missions, such as NASA's Artemis Program, and potentially benefit remote surgery on Earth. Other experiments heading to the ISS include a robotic arm, a 3D-printer for metal parts, a study on bone loss in microgravity, and research on plant microbes and artificial retinas.

via Space.com|

#international-space-station #microgravity-experiments #robot-surgeon

space-exploration2 years ago•3 min saved

"From IUP Graduate to Space Mission: Late Homer City Astronaut Honored"

Northrop Grumman has announced that an upcoming Cygnus spacecraft mission will be named after Dr. Patricia Hilliard Robertson, a NASA astronaut and Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) graduate who died before she could go to space. The S.S. Patricia “Patty” Hilliard Robertson will be the 20th mission of the Cygnus spacecraft, which supplies equipment and supplies to the International Space Station. Dr. Hilliard Robertson was recognized for her accomplishments in space medicine, flight instruction, and piloting, and her service as an astronaut. She is remembered as an inspiration in medicine, aviation, and space exploration.

via TribLIVE|

#cygnus-spacecraft #nasa-astronaut #northrop-grumman