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#DidYouCheckTho | A Doctor’s Prescription Isn’t Enough for Athletes
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Scene: Doctor’s office. A minor athlete sits on exam table next to his mom while doctor while the doctor takes notes and writes a prescription.
Minor Athlete: I haven’t been able to keep much down lately and I just don’t have any energy.
Mom: And he’s been this way for nearly a week already.
Doctor: That all sounds pretty nasty. And I know that you need to get back to school. I’m going to prescribe you something that will take care of this right away. We’ll have you back to normal in no time.
(Buzzer sounds)
Voice-Over: Did you know that a prescription alone does not permit use of a prohibited substance?
Mom: We really appreciate you taking care of Devin so quickly.
Devin: Thanks, doc. I can’t afford to be sick. I cannot miss my game next week.
Voice-Over: Did you check though? Remember, that even if someone else gives an athlete a prohibited substance without their knowledge, the athlete is ultimately responsible for what goes on and in their body. Visit GlobalDRO.com
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