Operational Space Medicine

Operational Space Medicine is the field focused on ensuring the health and safety of astronauts during space missions. It encompasses the study of how space environments, like weightlessness and radiation, affect the human body. Specialists develop medical protocols to address potential health risks, provide training for astronauts on health practices, and design systems for monitoring and managing health in space. This discipline is crucial for the success of long-duration missions, such as those to the Moon or Mars, ensuring that astronauts can perform their duties effectively while maintaining their well-being.