“Narrator Andrea Emmes enthusiastically explains how humans survive in space and the effects that space travel has on the body. Listeners, especially space enthusiasts, will enjoy learning about how people live on the International Space Station and all the possibilities that research in space has to offer humankind.” – Audiofile Magazine

Have you ever wondered how astronauts stay healthy in space? What if an astronaut gets sick on the space station? Does snot run in space? This fascinating look at space and medicine explores how scientists and physicians study astronauts in space, how they help keep them safe, and what we’ve learned about the human body through space exploration. Questions from real kids and answers from astronauts combine for an out-of-this-world exploration of health.

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