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It's harder to poop in space. Scientists may finally know why
New research indicates that shifts in blood chemistry and gut fermentation patterns contribute to constipation experienced by astronauts in space.
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Astronauts Have Taken The First Human X‑Rays in Space
Astronauts aboard the Fram2 polar mission have successfully captured the first diagnostic human X-rays ever recorded in orbit.
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These Look Like Ordinary X-Rays. They’re Not
Astronauts have successfully captured the first-ever diagnostic human X-rays in space, marking a milestone for extraterrestrial medical care.