In this episode of Medical Media Mixer, we dive into the fascinating intersection of science fiction and real-life space medicine. From Andy Weir’s novels (Artemis, The Martian, and Project Hail Mary) to NASA’s rigorous astronaut training and health standards, we explore what it really takes to survive and thrive beyond Earth. How do astronauts prepare their bodies for zero gravity? What medical risks do they face on long-term missions? And how does fiction mirror the challenges of real space travel? 🚀✨
📚 Sources and Further Reading 📘 Fictional Novels Referenced
- Andy Weir – Artemis 🔗 Artemis (Wikipedia)
- Andy Weir – Project Hail Mary 🔗 Project Hail Mary (Wikipedia)
- Andy Weir – The Martian 🔗 The Martian (Wikipedia)
- NASA – Astronaut Selection and Training Standards 🔗 NASA PDF
- NASA – Medical Standards for Human Spaceflight (NASA-STD-3001) 🔗 Exercise Countermeasures Overview
- NASA – Spaceflight Human-System Standard Volume 1 (Crew Health) 🔗 NASA PDF
- NASA – FAQ: The Real Story About Astronaut Health Care in Space 🔗 NASA Astronaut Health FAQ
- NASA – Twins Study (Scott & Mark Kelly) 🔗 NASA Twins Study Summary
NASA – Astronaut Biographies (Scott Kelly, Valery Polyakov, Peggy Whitson, and more) 🔗 NASA Astronaut Biographies
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