NASA conducts historic astronaut medical evacuation

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An astronaut needed doctors' help on the International Space Station. NASA brought this astronaut back to Earth, a first medical evacuation.

Three other astronauts came back with the ill crew member. Their mission in space ended early because of this health need.

NASA did not tell who the sick astronaut was or the health problem. Officials said the astronaut was safe and stable for the journey home.

Doctors on Earth can give the best care and full health checks. This return allows proper medical evaluation for the astronaut.

This was the very first medical return for NASA space history. Other countries have had astronauts return early for health reasons before.

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Why did NASA bring the astronaut back to Earth?

NASA brought the astronaut back to Earth because he needed doctors' help.

How many astronauts returned with the sick crew member?

Three other astronauts came back with the ill crew member.

Was the sick astronaut's health problem revealed?

No, NASA did not tell who the sick astronaut was or the health problem.

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