Q&A on Transgender Athletes and USADA
November 12, 2021
USADA has a responsibility to support, educate and test all athletes regardless of gender. Here, we address specific processes regarding transgender athletes.
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Athlete Advisory: Explanation of Key Changes on 2022 WADA Prohibited List
October 13, 2021
The 2022 List includes several changes that athletes should be aware of in case the changes impact their use of substances and treatments.
Are Magic Mushrooms Prohibited for Athletes?
September 13, 2021
Here is what drug-tested athletes need to know about the anti-doping status of magic mushrooms.
Food v. Supplements: Are foods safer than supplements?
July 16, 2021
Foods are much less likely to cause a positive drug test than supplements due to the nature of food regulations and the food industry.
What Should Athletes Know about DHEA?
May 14, 2021
While not included under the Controlled Substances Act, athletes should know that DHEA is considered a prohibited anabolic agent in sport.
6 Things to Know About Letrozole
April 1, 2021
Even substances in prescription medications used to fight breast cancer, like letrozole, may be abused to enhance performance.
What Do Athletes Need to Know About Creatine?
March 10, 2021
Most athletes have heard of creatine, but is creatine prohibited? Does creatine enhance performance? Find answers to these questions and more.
Substance Profile: Caffeine
February 10, 2021
Caffeine is currently on WADA’s monitoring list which means it is not prohibited but it may become an anti-doping issue in the future.
Athlete Advisory: 2021 Rules Now in Effect
January 4, 2021
Athlete are advised that the 2021 WADA Prohibited List and the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code are now in effect.