40. CCT Goes to the Moon with Dr Shawna Pandya
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Health Challenges and Innovations in Space Travel
This chapter discusses the medical challenges astronauts face during long-duration space missions, including immune system suppression and muscle atrophy due to microgravity. It explores innovative solutions like virtual coaching for medical procedures and highlights NASA's technology transfer program that aids healthcare on Earth. The chapter also draws parallels between astronaut rehabilitation and the care of ICU patients, emphasizing behavioral health and sleep management in the unique environment of the International Space Station.
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