USADA

The countdown is on!

The World Anti-Doping Agency's updated Prohibited List takes effect on January 1, 2027, and includes important updates and clarifications related to peptides, cannabinoids, certain medications, and more.

It's important for athletes and athlete support personnel to stay informed about these updates and understand how they may impact anti-doping responsibilities. We've highlighted the key changes and what they mean for athletes.

Learn more about the changes here: na2.hubs.ly/H08Kz800

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Can athletes still compete in events after officially retiring from sport? 🤔

In this episode of #AskUSADA, our Elite Education Director, Tammy Hanson, explains what athletes should know about competing after retirement and how officially retiring impacts their anti-doping testing responsibilities.

Learn more about retirement and returning to competition here: na2.hubs.ly/H08K9tH0

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USADA's Elite Education Coordinator,Greta Neimanas, PLY, recently joined a forum on Genetics, Athlete Health, & Human Performance hosted by a department at Harvard Medical School's Department of Genetics. The event brought together scientists, athletes, sports professionals, storytellers, educators, and community leaders to explore the applications of genetic technologies in elite sports – the science, potential benefits, and human questions.

Thank you to @HarvardMed for including us!

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Do you know what questions athletes should ask during an anti-doping test?

Anti-doping testing is an important opportunity for athletes to demonstrate their commitment to clean sport, but it's also important that those subject to testing understand their rights during the sample collection process.

We've highlighted three important questions athletes should ask during every test to help them better understand the process and exercise their rights.

Read the full article to learn more: na2.hubs.ly/H08KxRN0

Have more questions about testing? You can #AskUSADA in the comments or contact our Athlete Services Team at AthleteConnect@USADA.org!

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October's winner is…Vinny Spurgeon!
 
As our Accounts Payable Coordinator, Vinny has been instrumental in getting necessary purchases over the finish line, and his support of our tech teams has been especially valuable this year.
 
Congratulations, Vinny!

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