Resources and guidance for athletes who are subject to doping control (testing) in their sport. It is important that all athletes are provided with the correct information when it comes to anti-doping requirements.
Athletes need to take note...
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The current World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List - This is the list that identifies all the current prohibited substances and methods. This list is updated every year, is released in October and applies from 1 January the following year. Information on the operation and history of the Prohibited List.
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Athlete Information - This is the pamphlet that contains the rights and responsibilities of athletes who are subject to doping control. This includes the procedures for sample collection, testing, results management and what, as an athlete, you are entitled to expect.
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How to check prescribed and over the counter medications - There are several ways in which an athlete can check the status of a prescribed or over the counter medication with DFSNZ; Freephone, Text service or Online.
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Information on herbal products and supplements - While Drug Free Sport NZ cannot guarantee any supplements or herbal products, we can work through the list of ingredients for you, and provide feedback based on our own research. The a two ways to inquire about these products; Freephone or Online.
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TUE Information - If a medication falls under the prohibited list an athlete may be granted a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) to give them permission to take the required medication. TUE process flow chart. TUE form.
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Athlete Whereabouts - This is information provided by, or on behalf of, an athlete that gives details of the athlete's locations on a daily basis to enable no-notice testing to take place. If an athlete is required to submit whereabouts they will be contacted by a staff member from DSFNZ. To complete whereabouts.
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Drug Free Sport New Zealand's support services are available by calling 0800 DRUGFREE(378437). Outside office hours you can choose to be transferred to an on call staff member if your enquiry is urgent or you can leave a message to be returned during the next business day. Contact DFSNZ.
