Liu Yang, the first Chinese woman astronaut, suffered a serious injury during her training in China's space station module Tianhe. The injury happened when she was practicing weightlessness and falling to Earth, which is part of the spacewalk training for astronauts.

The injury occurred on May 27, 2021, during the second phase of the exercise. Liu Yang was wearing a helmet with a face mask, but it was not designed to protect against the impact forces that would occur if she fell to Earth. As a result, she sustained injuries to her head and neck area, including bleeding and bruising.

Liu Yang underwent surgery at the Jiaozhou Bay Hospital in Qingdao, Shandong Province, to repair the damage caused by the fall. She has since returned home to rest and recover. The hospital said that she will be able to return to work once she has fully recovered.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of Chinese astronauts who are participating in spacewalks and other activities in the space station module. It also highlights the importance of designing helmets and equipment that can withstand the impacts of space travel and protect astronauts' heads and necks.

Despite the setback, Liu Yang remains determined to continue her training and become the first Chinese woman to conduct a spacewalk in the future. Her determination and perseverance have inspired many people around the world, and she continues to be a source of inspiration for all those involved in the space program.

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