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How Does a Substance Become Prohibited?
Under the World Anti-Doping Code, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) issues an annual List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, known as the Prohibited List, which is one of five International Standards. WADA reviews scientific and medical research, while also consulting with others in the anti-doping community, to make annual updates to the Prohibited List.
Ask The Scientists, Education, Science, Spirit of Sport September 21, 2017
The Who, Why, and How of USADA Testing
Protecting clean sport means that USADA tests athletes at every age and level of competition. Learn more about why and how USADA tests athletes.
Athlete Education, Education, Spirit of Sport September 14, 2017
Ask The Scientists, Dietary Supplements, Education, Science, Spirit of Sport August 10, 2017
Pre-Competition Anti-Doping Checklist for Athletes
Preparing for competition is a demanding process, but it's important to remember the anti-doping requirements that go along with high-level sporting events. We created a brief list of anti-doping responsibilities to help you prepare to compete clean.
Athlete Education, Education, Spirit of Sport August 1, 2017
Three Ways Global Anti-Doping Can Be Transparent
Three ways anti-doping agencies can embrace transparency & build trust with their constituents, possibly impacting the effectiveness of detection & deterrence strategies.
Education, Spirit of Sport, USADA Voices July 19, 2017
What are Non-Analytical Anti-Doping Rule Violations?
Unlike an adverse analytical finding, a non-analytical anti-doping rule violation (ADRV) does not stem from a positive urine or blood sample, but instead originates from, and is substantiated by, other evidence of doping or violations by an athlete or athlete support personnel. For example, a non-analytical ADRV may stem from an investigation into a tip to a confidential hotline.
Athlete Education, Education, Spirit of Sport July 11, 2017
Zeranol FAQ
Following the resolution of a recent case involving zeranol, USADA would like to emphasize that there is an extremely small risk of encountering zeranol-tainted meat in the U.S. and subsequently testing positive in a doping control test.
Ask The Scientists, Education, Science, Spirit of Sport June 23, 2017
Four Reasons Why 'All-Natural' Supplements Might Still Be Risky for Athletes
When companies label food or supplements as "all natural," they may be hoping that you will assume their products are safer and better than other products. However, in the context of foods or supplements, it is very difficult to know what is meant by "all-natural."
Ask The Scientists, Dietary Supplements, Education, Science, Spirit of Sport, Supplement News June 13, 2017
5 Supplement Myths: Here's What Athletes Really Need to Know
Among athletes and consumers alike, there is often a misconception that dietary supplements are safe because they go through a robust vetting process like medicines and medical devices. Unfortunately, that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Ask The Scientists, Education, Science, Spirit of Sport, Supplement News May 23, 2017
Orthobiologics: What do Athletes Need to Know about PRP?
For athletes, the field of regenerative medicine has been of particular interest in recent years because it has been promoted as a way to recover from sports injuries faster, often through the use of biological substances like platelet rich plasma (PRP).
Ask The Scientists, Education, Science, Spirit of Sport May 2, 2017