What is space anemia?

Prolonged stays in space for astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have raised health concerns including increased red blood cell destruction, cardiovascular issues, and DNA damage from space radiation. Studies indicate higher mitochondrial DNA levels in their blood upon return. Due to workspace delays, their retrieval might face further postponements as NASA assesses their situation.

Can Prolonged Standing Increase Stroke Risk?

medindia.net - 31/Oct 16:32

Can prolonged standing increase stroke risk? Learn how extended periods on your feet may impact blood flow and cardiovascular health, especially in...

Astronaut Sunita Williams experiences 16 sunrises and sunsets every day in space; Here's how

mashable.com - 08:03

Astronauts stationed on the International Space Station (ISS) experience sunrise and sunset not just once daily, but up to 16 times.

Astronauts return to earth after extended space journey

thewest.com.au - 25/Oct 07:53

Three American and one Russian astronauts have returned to earth after their mission on the International Space Station lasted months longer than...

Common Plastic Chemical Damages DNA in Reproductive Cells

medindia.net - 03:37

Common plastic chemical benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) causes DNA damage, resulting in cell death and abnormal chromosome numbers in roundworms.

Cell-Free Blood DNA Tests Less Effective Than Other CRC Screening

drugs.com - 30/Oct 15:10

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 30, 2024 -- Cell-free DNA blood tests (cf-bDNA) may be more costly and less effective for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening than other...

SpaceX Dragon moved to new parking spot on space station

thefuturist.co - 04/Nov 09:48

Future Space The SpaceX Crew-9 astronauts, including two crew members formerly aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, moved their Crew Dragon...

Chinese astronauts to conduct experiments in space

thewest.com.au - 29/Oct 22:06

China has launched a new three-person crew to its orbiting space station.

Keeping blood pressure in check can lower dementia risk, study finds

knowridge.com - 04/Nov 10:47

A team of researchers from Beijing Anzhen Hospital and other institutions recently conducted a study that sheds light on the connection between blood...