Universe TodayMatthew Williams

Short-term simulated microgravity alters women's blood clotting — implications for six-month-plus missions

A Simon Fraser University study reports that just a few days in simulated microgravity subtly altered blood clotting in women, prompting questions about whether current astronaut health monitoring would detect or mitigate such changes. The results raise concerns for missions lasting six months or longer.

2026-03-10T15:34:06.144603-07:00