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Astronauts Hospitalized After Space Mission
Three NASA astronauts were hospitalized after an extended space mission, but refused to reveal who fell ill, citing medical privacy.
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- What caused the mission to be extended?
- The prolonged space mission was extended due to issues with Boeing's Starliner crew capsule and inclement weather, including Hurricane Milton.
- What was the reason for the hospitalization?
- One of the astronauts spent a night in the hospital due to an undisclosed medical issue; NASA also declined to comment on the specific reason for the hospitalization.
- Why did the astronauts refuse to identify the ill crew member?
- The astronauts cited medical privacy as the reason for not disclosing the identity of the ill astronaut and declined to describe the symptoms.
- What happened to the three NASA astronauts after their space mission?
- Three NASA astronauts returned from a near eight-month space mission and were hospitalized upon landing; however, they refused to disclose which astronaut fell ill.
- What were some of the physical challenges faced by the astronauts upon their return?
- Upon returning to Earth, the astronauts experienced difficulties with simple tasks like sitting comfortably, highlighting the physical effects of prolonged space travel.