太空人的健康

Long-term exposure to cosmic radiation in space can have several health impacts on astronauts.

Increased Risk of Cancers: Cosmic radiation can increase the risk of developing various types of cancers. This is due to the ionizing nature of cosmic radiation, which can damage DNA and other cellular structures.

Genetic Effects: Some health effects can skip a generation and appear in the descendants of the exposed individual, being passed on by mutated genes.

It’s important to note that space agencies like NASA and CNSA (China National Space Administration) take these risks very seriously and implement various measures to protect astronauts from cosmic radiation. These include careful mission planning to limit exposure, shielding on spacecraft, and ongoing research into new protective technologies and therapies.