NASA astronaut Mike Fincke discusses his unexplained medical episode that occurred on the International Space Station in January
Four-time space flier Mike Fincke revealed he suffered a mysterious medical episode on January 7 while at the International Space Station, during which he suddenly couldn't speak for about 20 minutes. The incident prompted NASA's first medical evacuation of the year, with Fincke and his crewmates returning to Earth early on January 15. Doctors have ruled out a heart attack but the cause remains unknown despite extensive testing.
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“He suddenly couldn't speak in space. NASA astronaut says his medical scare remains unsolved”
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