Conquering the Red Planet: The Health Challenges of Sending Humans to Mars
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The Journey to Mars
To fully understand the health risks, we must consider the journey’s length to Mars.
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Effects of Microgravity
Sustained exposure to microgravity leads to a multitude of physiological changes.
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Risk Of Cosmic Radiation
Unlike Earth, space lacks a protective magnetic field, leading to a higher exposure to cosmic radiation.
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The Mental Toll of Isolation
The confined environment and the inherent isolation astronauts experience during this mission will have profound impacts on their mental health.
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Mitigating Risks and Planning Ahead
Physical Countermeasures
Radiation Protection
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