Elon Musk aims to send humans to Mars using SpaceX's Starship rocket, with Trump supporting accelerated missions. However, a study warns that Martian dust could jeopardize astronaut health, as its fine particles may remain in the lungs and enter the bloodstream, leading to serious conditions like pulmonary disease and fibrosis. This adds to the dangers of space travel Musk has acknowledged. Addressing this hazard is crucial as Martian dust is pervasive, presenting a significant challenge for future missions.
"The biggest danger is the risk to astronauts' lungs... it's expected to remain in astronauts' lungs and some of it will be absorbed into the bloodstream."
"Many of the hazards including silica and iron oxides can cause pulmonary disease that could be superimposed... risk pulmonary fibrosis during spaceflight."
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