The Who, Why, and How of USADA Testing
September 14, 2017
Protecting clean sport means that USADA tests athletes at every age and level of competition. Learn more about why and how USADA tests athletes.
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Medications vs. Supplements
August 10, 2017
Given that they are both used for health purposes, it would be easy to assume that medications and supplements are regulated the same way and produced to the same standards, but unfortunately this is not the case. Unlike medications, supplements are regulated post-market, which means that no regulatory body evaluates the contents or safety of supplements before they are sold to consumers.
Pre-Competition Anti-Doping Checklist for Athletes
August 1, 2017
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.
Three Ways Global Anti-Doping Can Be Transparent
July 19, 2017
Three ways anti-doping agencies can embrace transparency & build trust with their constituents, possibly impacting the effectiveness of detection & deterrence strategies.
What are Non-Analytical Anti-Doping Rule Violations?
July 11, 2017
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.
Zeranol FAQ
June 23, 2017
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.
Four Reasons Why ‘All-Natural’ Supplements Might Still Be Risky for Athletes
June 13, 2017
Here are four reasons why you should be skeptical if you see “all natural” on a supplement label. Educate yourself and visit Supplement Connect.
5 Supplement Myths: Here’s What Athletes Really Need to Know
May 23, 2017
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.
Orthobiologics: What do Athletes Need to Know about PRP?
May 2, 2017
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).