The SpaceX Crew-8 mission successfully splashed down on Earth on October 25, 2024.

The mission lasted a total of 235 days, with 232 days spent aboard the International Space Station (ISS) conducting scientific research.

Medical Situation
After the splashdown, one NASA astronaut experienced a medical issue and was taken to Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola in Florida for evaluation.

The crew consisted of:

NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps
Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin
Three crew members were released from the hospital and have returned to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.

One astronaut remains in stable condition under observation, with details about their condition kept private for medical confidentiality.

Recovery and Safety Measures
The recovery of the crew and the Dragon spacecraft was executed without incident.

Routine medical assessments were conducted on the recovery ship, leading to additional evaluations as a precautionary measure.