THE THIRD EDITION OF ATHLETE CORNER!
This issue comes with two exciting updates. First, WADA is excited to share that Athlete Central will soon be replaced by Athlete Center, a brand-new app designed to improve the athlete experience and address several issues athletes have raised over the years.
Second, we are introducing the 2027 Code Companion for Athletes, your go-to guide for understanding the changes in the 2027 World Anti-Doping Code. Both are built with you in mind, and you can find all the details below.
Here is a quick look at what else you will find in this issue:
- WADA latest Behind-the-Scenes video, where members of WADA medical team walk you through the basics of Therapeutic Use Exemptions.
- Highlights from around the world, including WADA’s Regional Symposium for Asia/Oceania in Beijing, the Oceania Athlete Forum, and exciting news from Paraguay’s National Anti-Doping Organization.
- Event updates, including information about accessing the recordings from WADA’s Regional Symposium for Europe and Africa Webinar Series and details on WADA’s upcoming Regional Symposium for the Americas in Lima.
- A word from the Athlete Council, with news on two new members appointed from the IOC Athletes’ Commission, available meeting minutes from recent virtual sessions, and details on the upcoming in-person meeting in Montreal.
WADA hope you find this issue informative, and as always, look forward to hearing from you.
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