NASA Conducts First-Ever Medical Evacuation From ISS As Crew Dragon Undocks Early

NASA’s SpaceX Crew Dragon undocked early from the International Space Station, marking the first planned medical evacuation in the station’s 25-year history. One crew member developed a health issue in orbit, prompting the return of all four astronauts for full medical testing on Earth. NASA confirmed the astronaut is stable, emphasizing the move was precautionary, not an emergency. After splashdown off California, the crew will undergo evaluations, providing valuable data for future long-duration missions, including Artemis and lunar exploration.