'Black lungs': The silent killer that could derail Elon Musk's mission to Mars
Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh
Deadly Martian Dust
Toxic Martian dust storms could cause lung disease, vision loss, and deadly health risks for astronauts.
Black Lung on Mars
Scientists warn that Mars dust is similar to coal dust, increasing the risk of deadly lung diseases.
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NASA’s Mars Problem
Toxic metals in Martian soil, including arsenic and chromium, could threaten future astronaut health.
Storms That Kill
Massive Martian dust storms don’t just block sunlight—they could be lethal for human explorers.
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No Way Home
Mars astronauts will face health crises with no way to return—can we prepare in time?
Dust-Proof or Doom
NASA must develop extreme dust protection, or Mars missions could end in disaster.
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Invisible Threat
Martian dust particles are too fine for the human body to expel, leading to severe respiratory issues.
Radiation + Dust = Disaster
Mars’ toxic dust and high radiation levels may combine to create severe long-term health effects.
Survival on Mars
Scientists race to develop countermeasures before dust storms threaten human life on Mars.