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Space Nursing Society

The SNS was formed in response to the interest of professionals in healthcare interested in the healthcare provided to those living and working in space.

The Space Nursing Society is an international space advocacy organization devoted to space nursing and the contribution to space exploration by Registered Nurses. SNS is an affiliated special interest group associated with the National Space Society. Founded in 1991, the SNS has over 450 members from around the world including Australia, Canada, England, Germany, Greece, Scotland, the Czech Republ

ic, Tasmania, India, and the United States. The SNS provides a forum for the discussion and exploration of issues related to nursing in space and its impact upon the understanding of earthbound nursing.

09/01/2026

Myth vs. Fact

Myth: Space medicine only benefits astronauts.

Fact: Research from space has improved patient care on Earth for decades...from imaging technology to telemedicine and beyond.
Exploration benefits everyone.

08/31/2026

Looking Ahead

The next decade will bring exciting advances in commercial spaceflight, lunar exploration, and deep-space missions.
Healthcare professionals will be essential every step of the journey.

We're excited to be part of what's next.

08/29/2026

Thank You, Nurses ❤️

Whether you're caring for patients in an ICU, a clinic, a helicopter, a classroom, or someday aboard a spacecraft...

Thank you.

Your compassion changes lives every day.

08/28/2026

Why Research Matters

Many questions about long-duration spaceflight remain unanswered.

How do we protect cardiovascular health?

How do we maintain muscle and bone strength?

How do we care for behavioral health during years-long missions?

Research and nurses...help answer these questions.

08/26/2026

Small Steps Today...

Every conference attended.
Every article read.
Every certification earned.
Every student mentored.
These small steps prepare healthcare professionals for extraordinary opportunities tomorrow.
Keep learning.

08/24/2026

The Power of Collaboration

The future of space healthcare brings together nurses, physicians, engineers, scientists, researchers, pharmacists, and technology experts.

Innovation happens when disciplines work together.

08/22/2026

Poll Time! 📊

Which area of space healthcare interests you most?
🩺 Emergency medicine
🧠 Behavioral health
💪 Rehabilitation
🛰️ Telemedicine

Drop your answer below!

08/21/2026

Quote of the Week

"The important achievement of Apollo was demonstrating that humanity is not forever chained to this planet."
— Neil Armstrong

The next giant leap will require healthcare professionals ready to lead.

08/17/2026

Fun Fact Friday 🚀

In space, fluids shift toward the head because gravity no longer pulls them downward.

That's why astronauts often appear to have puffy faces during the first days of a mission.

The human body is incredible and so is learning how it adapts.

08/15/2026

Nurse Spotlight ⭐

Every nurse brings unique skills to patient care.

Critical care, emergency medicine, trauma, pediatrics, mental health, education...all of these specialties contribute valuable knowledge to the future of space healthcare.

What specialty are you most passionate about?

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+16619496780

Website

http://www.spacenursingsociety.org/

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