In Memory of Dr. Jean Fourcroy
November 22, 2016
Dr. Jean Fourcroy was a treasured member of the medical community and an instrumental part of USADA’s growth as one of its founding board members.
Month: November 2016
USADA Retests Samples Using New Technology
November 15, 2016
USADA is retesting stored samples using the latest technologies, which empower more sensitive screening and longer detection windows.
Doping Control Forms: Why do Athletes Need to Declare All Medications and Supplements?
November 10, 2016
There are some good reasons to take the extra minute to make sure you have made a complete & accurate declaration of substances you have recently used.
Screen Your Dietary Supplements
November 8, 2016
FDA does not analyze the safety, efficacy, or label accuracy of supplements before they are sold to consumers. Check your supplements for safety.
U.S. Wrestling Athlete, Dunkum, Accepts Sanction for Non-Analytical Anti-Doping Rule Violation
November 7, 2016
November 7, 2016 USADA announced today that Michael Dunkum, of Boulder, Colo., an athlete in the sport of wrestling, has accepted a four-year sanction for a non-analytical anti-doping rule violation after admitting to his prolonged use of prohibited substances. Dunkum, 29, was sanctioned for his use and possession of prohibited growth hormone (GH) releasing factors
U.S. Track & Field Athlete, Bidlow, Accepts Sanction for Non-Analytical Anti-Doping Rule Violation
November 3, 2016
November 3, 2016 USADA announced today that Cody Bidlow, of Phoenix, Ariz., an athlete in the sport of track & field, has accepted a four-year sanction for a non-analytical anti-doping rule violation after admitting to his prolonged use of prohibited substances. Bidlow, 24, was sanctioned for his use and possession of prohibited growth hormone (GH)
Substance Profile: Kratom
November 3, 2016
Kratom is a plant that produces compounds that have opioid-like effects. While not currently prohibited, athletes are advised to steer clear for health reasons.
U.S. Cycling Athlete, Root, Receives Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
November 2, 2016
November 2, 2016 USADA announced today that Tim Root, of Boise, Idaho, an athlete in the sport of cycling, has received a four-year sanction for refusing to provide a urine sample to a doping control officer. Root was selected to submit a sample as a result of being among the top finishers in his event