Flying to space takes its toll on the human body, and this has spurred new research on radiation and microgravity, as well as advances in remote medicine and telehealth, all of which have potential benefits for people on Earth.
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Renault, M. Mars mission could bring health benefits on Earth. Nat Med 28, 216–218 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-021-01665-3
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