<ul><li>Exposure to microgravity induces bone atrophy/bone loss which increases circulating calcium, impacting the renal stone risk.</li><li>Risk mitigation strategies including exercise and hydration are well-defined although the ability to treat a renal stone during exploration missions is not yet available.</li><li>Preparations for Next Moonwalk Simulations Underway (and Underwater)</li><li>ISS Expedition 13 Flight Engineer, Thomas Reiter, on board ISS processes samples for the Renal Stone investigation.</li></ul>

Risk of Renal Stone Formation

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