Is Inhaling Xenon or Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Dangerous?
May 8, 2014
Inhalation of volumes of concentrated gases such as carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, and xenon, even with medical supervision, may carry serious health risks.
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GIVE Everything, TAKE Nothing.
April 16, 2014
Dr. Larry Bowers, USADA Chief Science Officer, met with the Chair of the Executive Board of the National Anti-Doping Agency Germany (NADA), Dr. Andrea Gotzmann.
IGF-1 and the World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List
April 8, 2014
IGF-1 can enhance the production of lean muscle as well as aid in recovery time, but when used without medical necessity, exogenous IGF-1 can cause serious harm.
Anti-Doping Seminar in Asia
April 5, 2014
The Korean Anti-Doping Agency hosted the “Anti-Doping Seminar in Asia – Practical Implementation of Revised World Anti-Doping Code and Effective Testing” in Seoul, Korea on April 4, 2014.
Giving Back – Habitat For Humanity 2014
March 13, 2014
Members of USADA’s staff donated 56 man-hours to the Colorado Springs community volunteering with Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity on March 13, 2014.
Is it prohibited for athletes to use IV infusions for rehydration and recovery?
March 5, 2014
We have seen an increase in inquires at USADA about the use of Intravenous (IV) Infusions for this purpose, and would like to assist athletes and medical personnel by clarifying this.
What’s the difference between autologous, homologous (allogenic), and heterologous blood transfusions?
March 5, 2014
Autologous blood transfusion is the collection and re-infusion of the patient’s own blood or blood components.
Educating Team USA
March 5, 2014
USADA’s Olympic Education team is devoted to educating Team USA providing extensive anti-doping education to thousands of athletes each year.
Why does USADA collect a minimum of 90mL of urine during sample collection?
February 27, 2014
USADA must collect a minimum of 90mL during a urine test to ensure that all drug tests can be performed.