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Developments in space medicine.The principal directions and results of space medicine studies are reviewed, starting with the early 1950s. The effects of prolonged inaction, a gravity-free environment, and isolation on the survival and functioning of man in space are examined. Quarantine and other measures developed to guard the health of astronauts during space missions are described. Space radiation hazards and means of overcoming them are discussed. The development of exobiology as a new field of science from our increasing knowledge of the universe is noted, together with some technological and medical advances resulting from space research.
Document ID
19730032767
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Warren, S.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 7, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1973
Publication Information
Publication: Astronautics and Aeronautics
Volume: 11
Subject Category
Biosciences
Accession Number
73A17569
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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