This fall, NASA released photos of astronaut Suni Williams—who is currently living on the International Space Station (ISS)—that triggered an onslaught of tabloid and social media rumors speculating about her health.

The International Space Station has reportedly been leaking air for the past five years from a portion of the station operated by Russia.

A recent report out last month from NASA’s Office of the Inspector General highlighted some of the big challenges to keeping the ISS flying safely until 2030.

Suni Williams, a NASA astronaut currently on the International Space Station, is healthy and not suffering from any medical problems, NASA’s top medical officer said on Thursday. The unusual pronouncement was prompted by news articles suggesting that Ms.

Nasa astronaut Suni Williams puts health rumors to rest

A recent photo of Williams aboard the ISS sparked rumors about her health, restoring the media's habit of prying into the appearance of women astronauts.

Astronaut Sunita Williams has addressed concerns over her health in an interview with an American TV channel. Pictures released by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration earlier this month sparked concerns over her health with media reports calling her "visibly thinner" due to the unplanned prolonged stay in outer space.