Did you hear? The 2027 Prohibited List is out and our explanation of key changes is available here: na2.hubs.ly/H08fVM30 Don't wait to make sure you understand the rules! #CleanSport #ProhibitedList

We love talking anti-doping and clean sport with local students here in Colorado Springs! USADA's Chief Science Officer, Dr. Matt Fedoruk, recently spoke to the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Sport Management class about anti-doping and sport integrity. A big thank you to Dr. Spencer Harris for inviting us and to the students for their great questions! #CleanSport #AntiDoping @UCCS

USADA Doping Control Officers were recently in Lake Placid, New York for the USA Bobsled & Skeleton Push Championships. Thank you to all of the athletes for their part in helping keep sport clean! #FairPlay #CleanSport #AntiDoping @USABS

Have you seen products or supplements lablelled with phrases like “research chemicals”  or “for research purposes only”? That should be a major red flag, as there are a lot of companies that use those lables to avoid scrutiny from the FDA while selling peptides, SARMs, or unapproved experimental drugs to consumers. Learn more about research chemicals and non-approved substances here: na2.hubs.ly/H08fTk_0 #ResearchChemicals #ProhibitedSubstances

As more and more prohibited substances become normalized due to illicit online sales, it can become easy to forget the risks. The long-term effects of prohibited Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators, or SARMs, like Ostarine or LGD-4033, are still largely unknown, due to the fact that SARMs have not been approved for human use. Although the long-term effects of SARMs are still unknown, side effects may start with hair loss and acne. More serious health consequences have also been documented, including liver toxicity, as liver enzymes rise, and drops in good cholesterol, which can affect heart health. If this stress continues, SARMs have the potential to increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Make sure you understand the prohibited status and health risks around SARMs and other performance-enhancing drugs: na2.hubs.ly/H08d-lL0 #ProhibitedSubstances #Antidoping

The collaboration continues! Team USADA has been busy on the road and at our home office meeting with more National Governing Bodies to discuss 2027 World Anti-Doping Code changes and preparations ahead of the LA 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games. Thank you to USA Track & Field, USA Swimming, and USA Golf/PGA Tour for their partnership in protecting clean athletes' rights to a level playing field. #CleanSport #AntiDoping @usatf @USASwimming @USAGolf @PGATourtour

Have you completed a USADA education tutorial or in-person education session? Have you visited the USADA website? Then you probably know that supplements are risky! Post-market regulation means that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not evaluate the contents or effects of supplements before they are sold. Unfortunately, this has led to many products-even vitamins-that are contaminated with prohibited and potentially harmful ingredients. That's why USADA created the High Risk List. The HRL is designed to help athletes and consumers identify supplements that are known to contain prohibited substances, as well as identify signs of risky supplements. Don't miss out on this important resource: na2.hubs.ly/H089ybY0 #CleanSport #SupplementSafety #HRL

USADA recently hosted international combat sports leaders from more than 20 countries visiting through the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program. This valuable visit included presentations on testing, doping control operations, and @TrueSport youth engagement. #CleanSport #AntiDoping

ALERT! The 2027 World Anti-Doping Code goes into effect on January 1, 2027, and it includes changes that impact athletes. We've highlighted some of the key changes and what athletes can expect here: na2.hubs.ly/H08kRMg0 #AntidopingRules #AntidopingCode #2027Code

Wondering about peptides? What's prohibited for athletes? What is allowed? Listen in as Dr. Matt Fedoruk provides a quick rundown of what athletes need to know about peptides. Spoiler alert: Experimental peptides like BPC-157 are PROHIBITED and it is unlikely that a TUE for BPC-157 would be approved because there are permitted alternatives available. Additionally, BPC-157 has not been extensively studied in humans, it is unknown if there is a safe dose, and it is unknown if there is any way to use this substance safely to treat any specific medical conditions. Learn more about the prohibited peptide BPC-157 here: na2.hubs.ly/H089xSQ0 #Peptides #CleanSport #AskUSADA

Did you know you can talk to a USADA staff member if you have any questions about the prohibited status of substances and methods? You can call or email us, even if you've already checked Global DRO and just want additional clarification or confirmation. We want to hear from you! Learn more here: na2.hubs.ly/H083QJY0 #CleanSport #AskUSADA

Team USADA recently attended USA Swimming's National Team Onboarding and our staff members were able to meet one-on-one with athletes to discuss testing pool requirements and obligations, as well as answer any other anti-doping questions. Thank you for having us, @USASwimming! #AntiDoping #CleanSport

The 2027 World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List is OUT! While the list doesn't go into effect until January 1, 2027, now is the best time to get familiar with the modifications. We've explained the key changes here: na2.hubs.ly/H08d_w20 #ProhibitedList #CleanSport #ProhibitedSubstances

You’ll never forget your first USADA test! Thanks to all the athletes doing their part for clean sport!

Did you know that USADA doesn't make the rules? As a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Code, USADA complies with all the International Standards developed by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) in order to harmonize anti-doping efforts around the world. Those international standards include the WADA Prohibited List. Listen in to hear more about how the Prohibited List is reviewed and updated each year. And be sure to #AskUSADA any questions in the comments! #ProhibitedList #CleanSport #AntidopingRules

Did you know that you can ANONYMOUSLY report suspicions of doping? We work with a third party, @RealResponseHQ, so tips can be submitted anonymously and easily via text message. Learn more about reporting here: na2.hubs.ly/H081h-S0 #ReportDoping #ReportToday

You're not alone if you're wondering what prohibited association actually means. In this episode of #AskUSADA, we explain why it's important that athletes are diligent about who they associate with and what the rules actually say. Follow the link to learn more: na2.hubs.ly/H08139k0 #ProhibitedAssociation #Antidoping

Thank you @NADADeutschland for your partnership in anti-doping science!

Are you tired of watching dopers cheat their way to the finish line and the podium? Help us protect the integrity of sport by reporting suspicions of doping at the Play Clean Tip Center here: na2.hubs.ly/H07v6540 #ReportDoping #CleanSport #AntiDoping

USADA's Science Director, Dr. Laura Lewis, and Testing & Major Events Director, Lindsey Stafford, were recently in Stockholm, Sweden for the annual NADO Testing Expert Group Meeting, organized by the Swedish National Anti-Doping-Organisation (NADO), Antidoping Sverige. This year, the group discussed the changes coming in the 2027 World Anti-Doping Code, new testing initiatives and partners, recent cases, and analysis trends. #AntiDoping #CleanSport