NASA’s planning to put boots on Mars in the next decade. A crewed mission to Mars is an ambitious undertaking.
Space travel, especially long-duration spaceflight, presents some serious medical and psychological challenges. Think radiation exposure, the effects of weightlessness, and the psychological toll of being isolated in a small space for a long time.
While I couldn’t find any specific information about Methodist Hospital’s direct involvement in preparing for a Mars mission, medical institutions are working with NASA to mitigate those risks and develop strategies for keeping astronauts healthy.
Let’s explore some of the key medical hurdles a Mars voyage presents, potential solutions, and how institutions like Methodist Hospital could contribute to making this giant leap for mankind.