Re: [TML] ISS medical difficulty?
Bruce Johnson 21 Apr 2014 18:01 UTC
On Apr 21, 2014, at 1:02 AM, robocon@ozemail.com.au wrote:
> Tim Collinson wrote:
>
> > She wanted to know what's the worst medical emergency they've had in
> > terms of illness or accident and needing doctor etc. anyone know?
>
> Looking at some of NASA's pages dedicated to the ISS, the answer looks like some mild hand abrasions related to bumping around the cabin or donning/doffing EVA equipment.
> Back pain due to muscle strain and microgravity is one of the most commonly reported problems, as is muscle strains and sprains elsewhere.
Near drowning count? <http://www.airspacemag.com/space/spacewalk-almost-killed-him-180950135/>
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Bruce Johnson
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