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No Doctors in Space: How NASA Handles Medical Emergencies on the ISS
A medical emergency aboard the International Space Station has highlighted how NASA protects astronaut health in orbit. With no doctors on the ISS, crews rely on extensive medical training, onboard equipment, and real-time telemedicine with flight surgeons on Earth. If needed, spacecraft such as Crew Dragon or Soyuz can quickly return astronauts ho...
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NASA to Preview Upcoming ISS Spacewalks Focused on Solar Array Upgrades in January 2026
NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks in January outside the International Space Station. Tasks include preparing for the roll-out of solar array installation, replacing cameras, and relocating fluid system jumpers. The spacewalks, part of Expedition 74, are critical for station maintenance, upgrades, and future operations, with the first spa...
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ISS Astronauts Celebrate Christmas in Orbit, Send Messages to Earth
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station marked Christmas in orbit by sending a warm video message to Earth. Members of Expedition 74 shared festive traditions, reflected on being away from home, and joked about orbiting higher than Santa. The crew highlighted teamwork, global support, and the spirit of togetherness that defines life in sp...
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Shubhanshu Shukla Got 2 Wisdown Teeth Extracted Before Space Travel
Dental health is extremely important for astronauts, Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to reach the International Space Station, has said, recalling that he had two wisdom teeth extracted while preparing for his space journey.
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Russia Patents Rotating Space Station Concept to Generate Artificial Gravity in Orbit
Russia’s Energia rocket company has patented a rotating space station concept designed to generate artificial gravity for astronauts. The system would use spinning habitable modules to simulate half of Earth’s gravity, potentially reducing health risks linked to long missions as the International Space Station nears retirement.
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Breathtaking Image Shows Colours Of Earth's Atmosphere As Seen From Space
The image was shared by NASA astronaut Don Pettit.
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What NASA Astronauts Are Eating For Thanksgiving On The International Space Station
The ISS crew members will be able to enjoy a holiday feast featuring clams, oysters, crab meat, quail and smoked salmon.
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Watch: Astronaut Shares Breathtaking View Of Southern Lights As Seen From Space
The aurora australis is caused by charged particles from the solar wind interacting with the Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
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Intense Solar Storm With Huge CMEs Forced Astronauts to Take Shelter on the ISS
A major solar storm in mid-November 2025 dazzled Earth with vivid auroras but forced astronauts on the ISS to take radiation precautions. Russian cosmonauts sheltered in the station’s heavily protected Destiny lab, while other crew members stayed in shielded quarters as controllers limited access to higher-risk modules during the event.
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Shubhanshu Shukla Spun Around For 3 Hours In Space For Micro Gravity Samples
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla had to spin around himself for three hours to extract samples of the micro-gravity experiments he performed during his 18-day stay onboard the International Space Station (ISS).
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Expedition 73 Astronauts Conduct Physics Experiments, Health Research, and Tech Tests on ISS
The Expedition 73 Crew commences the week by configuring advanced physics, blood circulation studies, and more at the International Space Station.
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Shubhanshu Shukla's Study May Help Astronauts With Diabetes To Travel To Space
Astronauts with diabetes may soon be able to undertake space missions safely, a study conducted during Shubhanshu Shukla's travel to the International Space Station has found.
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NASA’s Astrobee Robots Gain New Capabilities via Arkisys Partnership
NASA has partnered with Arkisys to extend the Astrobee robotic mission aboard the ISS. The free-flying robots are set to support future exploration by performing spacecraft maintenance and assisting astronauts. The collaboration sustains a platform vital for testing new technologies in microgravity as NASA prepares missions to the Moon and Mars.
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Video: Shubhanshu Shukla Explains Space Life In Perpetual Free Fall
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has shown the world what "falling forever" looks like in space. In a video, he offered a peek into life aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
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Watch: Subhanshu Shukla Demonstrates How Astronauts Administer CPR In Space
Shubhanshu Shukla revealed that astronauts are taught to be either a doctor, nurse or support staff, depending on the situation in space.
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No Doctors in Space: How NASA Handles Medical Emergencies on the ISS
A medical emergency aboard the International Space Station has highlighted how NASA protects astronaut health in orbit. With no doctors on the ISS, crews rely on extensive medical training, onboard equipment, and real-time telemedicine with flight surgeons on Earth. If needed, spacecraft such as Crew Dragon or Soyuz can quickly return astronauts ho...
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NASA to Preview Upcoming ISS Spacewalks Focused on Solar Array Upgrades in January 2026
NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks in January outside the International Space Station. Tasks include preparing for the roll-out of solar array installation, replacing cameras, and relocating fluid system jumpers. The spacewalks, part of Expedition 74, are critical for station maintenance, upgrades, and future operations, with the first spa...
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ISS Astronauts Celebrate Christmas in Orbit, Send Messages to Earth
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station marked Christmas in orbit by sending a warm video message to Earth. Members of Expedition 74 shared festive traditions, reflected on being away from home, and joked about orbiting higher than Santa. The crew highlighted teamwork, global support, and the spirit of togetherness that defines life in sp...
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Shubhanshu Shukla Got 2 Wisdown Teeth Extracted Before Space Travel
Dental health is extremely important for astronauts, Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to reach the International Space Station, has said, recalling that he had two wisdom teeth extracted while preparing for his space journey.
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Russia Patents Rotating Space Station Concept to Generate Artificial Gravity in Orbit
Russia’s Energia rocket company has patented a rotating space station concept designed to generate artificial gravity for astronauts. The system would use spinning habitable modules to simulate half of Earth’s gravity, potentially reducing health risks linked to long missions as the International Space Station nears retirement.
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Breathtaking Image Shows Colours Of Earth's Atmosphere As Seen From Space
The image was shared by NASA astronaut Don Pettit.
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What NASA Astronauts Are Eating For Thanksgiving On The International Space Station
The ISS crew members will be able to enjoy a holiday feast featuring clams, oysters, crab meat, quail and smoked salmon.
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Watch: Astronaut Shares Breathtaking View Of Southern Lights As Seen From Space
The aurora australis is caused by charged particles from the solar wind interacting with the Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
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Intense Solar Storm With Huge CMEs Forced Astronauts to Take Shelter on the ISS
A major solar storm in mid-November 2025 dazzled Earth with vivid auroras but forced astronauts on the ISS to take radiation precautions. Russian cosmonauts sheltered in the station’s heavily protected Destiny lab, while other crew members stayed in shielded quarters as controllers limited access to higher-risk modules during the event.
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Shubhanshu Shukla Spun Around For 3 Hours In Space For Micro Gravity Samples
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla had to spin around himself for three hours to extract samples of the micro-gravity experiments he performed during his 18-day stay onboard the International Space Station (ISS).
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Expedition 73 Astronauts Conduct Physics Experiments, Health Research, and Tech Tests on ISS
The Expedition 73 Crew commences the week by configuring advanced physics, blood circulation studies, and more at the International Space Station.
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Shubhanshu Shukla's Study May Help Astronauts With Diabetes To Travel To Space
Astronauts with diabetes may soon be able to undertake space missions safely, a study conducted during Shubhanshu Shukla's travel to the International Space Station has found.
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NASA’s Astrobee Robots Gain New Capabilities via Arkisys Partnership
NASA has partnered with Arkisys to extend the Astrobee robotic mission aboard the ISS. The free-flying robots are set to support future exploration by performing spacecraft maintenance and assisting astronauts. The collaboration sustains a platform vital for testing new technologies in microgravity as NASA prepares missions to the Moon and Mars.
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Video: Shubhanshu Shukla Explains Space Life In Perpetual Free Fall
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has shown the world what "falling forever" looks like in space. In a video, he offered a peek into life aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
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Watch: Subhanshu Shukla Demonstrates How Astronauts Administer CPR In Space
Shubhanshu Shukla revealed that astronauts are taught to be either a doctor, nurse or support staff, depending on the situation in space.
