An Analysis of the Effects of Space Conditions on Human Physiology, Psychology, and Genetics, and their Implications for Medicine on Earth

As of November 2023, 676 people have journeyed into space. As this number continues to rise every year, with plans for further, long-term space exploration extending even into the 2030's, it becomes increasingly important to form a comprehensive analysis of the challenges posed by harsh space conditions on human physiology, genetics, and general systems. Understanding these factors can in turn help reinvent medical techniques on Earth, such as the use of pressure adjustable suits to combat extreme acceleration and change in gravitational force for people suffering from postpartum haemorrhages. This paper delves into two main themes: firstly, the impacts of conditions like micro-gravity, galactic cosmic rays, and isolation on systems such as telomere length, neuro-ocular, and cardiology, and secondly, how these difficulties can be used to advance treatment for illnesses on Earth. This is essential to lay out a framework and area of reference for future space missions and possible developments in medicine - both in space and on Earth.