Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:21pm on 07 Nov 2024,Thursday Science
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, initially set for an eight-day mission, has spent six months in space due to a Starliner malfunction. Her prolonged stay has sparked health concerns, with recent images showing weight loss and a gaunt appearance. Dr. Vinay Gupta, a Seattle-based pulmonologist, noted signs of calorie deficit and strain from space’s unique challenges. Despite NASA’s assurances of routine health monitoring, concerns linger as no immediate rescue is available until February, when a Dragon capsule is scheduled for retrieval. NASA’s spokesperson emphasized that Williams and fellow astronaut Barry Wilmore are closely monitored by flight surgeons.
