Big bad steroids in the city (and kampong) Aug 13, 2008
You see, the steroids my mother uses are not anabolic steroids (the drugs used by athletes) but corticosteroids, a group of drugs once thought to be near-miraculous. They're particularly efficacious for arthritis but have been used for years for many other conditions as well. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Cleveland Indians reliever Brendan Donnelly pitches scoreless eighth inning in 13-8 win over Baltimore Orioles Aug 12, 2008
In December, he was one of 80 players named in the Mitchell Report, which investigated the use of anabolic steroids and human growth hormone in Major League Baseball. Donnelly acknowledges that he contacted Kirk Radomski, who was sentenced to five years' probation for distributing steroids, but said he didn't end up buying or using anything from the former Mets clubhouse worker. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Summit urges coaches to be first line of steroid defense Aug 11, 2008
A collection of coaches from Frisco ISD and several from Celina and McKinney listened intently as Don Hooten spoke Sunday about the dangers of anabolic steroids at an anti-doping summit at Frisco Liberty High School ... Hooten s son, Taylor, committed suicide in 2003 at the age of 16 after suffering from severe depression resulting from injecting anabolic steroids to bulk up for the Plano West baseball team ... Hooten praised FISD athletic director David Kuykendall for his desire to educate the... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
ATF Washington Field Division Releases Mid-Year Significant Investigations Results Aug 9, 2008
Tillman was arrested on Dec. 29, 2007, after a search of his property found six pounds of C-4 plastic explosive, a claymore mine, incendiary grenades, various explosive components, more than 13,000 rounds of military ammunition, and hundreds of vials of anabolic steroids. ATF, along with the Suffolk County Police and Fire Departments and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service investigated this case. (PR Newswire)
Doctors License Revoked for Sex With Patients, Neglect, Inadequate Care Aug 7, 2008
The health department indicated that D'Angelo prescribed anabolic steroids to patients even when it was not the best form of treatment. D'Angelo, 51, is also accused of engaging in a sexual relationship with two of his patients. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Cheats slip through net, says Aussie Aug 3, 2008
The reigning Olympic champion will compete at the Games after serving a two-year ban for anabolic steroids. Pishchalnikova was coming into the Games as favourite for Olympic gold, with a best throw of 67. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Breeders' Cup implements sweeping steroid pact Aug 2, 2008
A new comprehensive ban by the Breeders' Cup has increased the stakes for trainers who use anabolic steroids on their thoroughbreds and for states and tracks that fail to adopt certain regulations. In a policy to be in place for this year's event, trainers whose horses fail a drug test for anabolic steroids will face a one-year suspension from the Breeders' Cup, set for Oct. 24-25 at Santa Anita Park in California ... "The Breeders' Cup Board believes it's crucial that we take a leadership role... (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Injured Sharapova out of U.S. Open Aug 2, 2008
Trainers of horses that test positive for anabolic steroids at the Breeders' Cup in October will face a one-year suspension from the event, and three-time violators will be banned for life, according to new rules announced ... Beginning in 2009, the Breeders' Cup will neither fund stakes purses nor award Breeders' Cup Challenge events to racetracks in the U.S. and Canada unless those jurisdictions adopt model rules on anabolic steroids. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Juicing trainers to be suspended Aug 2, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press Trainers of horses that test positive for anabolic steroids at the Breeders' Cup in October will face a one-year suspension from the event, and three-time violators will be banned for life, according to new rules announced Friday. The Breeders' Cup will be at Santa Anita, Calif. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Twins' spin: Liriano in, Hernandez out Aug 2, 2008
Trainers of horses that test positive for anabolic steroids at the Breeders' Cup in October will face a one-year suspension from the event, and three-time violators will be banned for life, according to new rules announced. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Trainers cautious as steroid deadline nears Jul 31, 2008
The contents, a urine sample, were bound for the state's equine drug testing laboratory at the University of California-Davis later this week to be screened for anabolic steroids ... The idea behind gradually phasing in penalties was to prompt trainers to stop giving their horses anabolic steroids by July 1, allowing for a 30-day withdrawal period before the warnings were given. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Round Table to address safety Jul 31, 2008
The committee has already issued recommendations that all states ban toe-grab horseshoes, adopt rules that regulate the administration of anabolic steroids, and implement a number of whip-related reforms. Speakers at the Round Table will include Stuart Janney III, the chairman of the committee; Dr. Rick Arthur, the equine medical director of the California Horse Racing Board; Dr. Larry Bramlage, the co-owner of Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Kentucky; Bill Casner, the owner of WinStar Farm;... (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Gender tests for Olympians: A relic that persists Jul 30, 2008
By the time they arrive in Beijing, most athletes have resigned themselves to the possibility of undergoing a battery of tests for banned substances, like anabolic steroids and certain cough medicines. But some female athletes may find they are asked to submit to an entirely different examination - one that will test whether they are, in fact, women. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Brewers, Selig aim for healthy kids Jul 29, 2008
His son, Taylor, used anabolic steroids to get bigger and stronger for his senior season of high school baseball, but the drugs had terrible side effects. Taylor descended into a deep depression and took his own life in the summer of 2003. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
NBCOlympics.com: Chinese gymnasts too young? Jul 28, 2008
In June, Chinese swimmer Ouyang Kunpeng and coach Feng Shangbao were permanently banned from the sport after Ouyang tested positive for anabolic steroids. Wrestler Luo Meng and his coach also were barred for life for a doping violation by the athlete. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Records show Chinese gymnasts might be too young for Olympics Jul 28, 2008
The Associated Press Published: July 28, 2008. Two female Chinese gymnasts, including a gold-medal favorite, might be too young to participate in the upcoming Beijing Olympics. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Are Chinese gymnasts too young? Jul 28, 2008
Are Chinese gymnasts too young. - International Herald Tribune. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
SEAN M. HAFFEY / Union-Tribune The race against gene doping Jul 28, 2008
In recent years, the focus has been on anabolic steroids, human growth hormone, known as HGH, and such banned drugs as erythropoietin, or EPO, which boosts blood-oxygen content. Rigorous blood and urine testing appears to have reduced steroid use. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Two Pirates farmhands hit with 50-game drug bans Jul 26, 2008
Both right-handers tested positive for anabolic steroids, according to Major League Baseball. Carrasco tested positive for a metabolite of nandrolone. (USA Today -- Sports)
Doping test makes a splash Jul 25, 2008
It has faster clearance than any of the anabolic steroids, and it's an anabolic substance, BALCO doping guru Victor Conte said. It will accelerate healing and tissue. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Local man admits possessing steroids with intent to distribute (1094) Jul 23, 2008
A Jefferson City man pled guilty in federal court Monday to possessing anabolic steroids with the intent to distribute ... The charge was the result of Operation Raw Deal, an international investigation targeting the illegal manufacturing and trafficking of anabolic steroids and its raw materials, mainly from China ... According to an affidavit filed with the original criminal complaint, Varner ordered about 10,000 worth of anabolic steroids. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Kids at Risk: Report Identifies 150 Websites Selling Anabolic Steroids Jul 21, 2008
com, an Internet spam and criminality watchdog, have released an investigative report that identifies 156 websites engaged in the illicit sale of anabolic steroids ... The abuse of anabolic steroids is concentrated among youth and young adults ... The websites identified in the report enable Web-savvy youth to easily obtain illicit anabolic steroids. (PR Newswire)
Calif. bans steroids in horses Jul 20, 2008
Advertisements The California Horse Racing Board has unanimously adopted a regulation that effectively bans anabolic steroids in horses running in the state, paving the way for the Breeders' Cup to be run steroid-free this fall at Santa Anita. The board moved the anabolic steroids testosterone, boldenone, nandrolone, and stanozolol into a higher classification, so that now, without exception, any steroid violation will result in the disqualification of the horse. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Racing board duty's no act Jul 19, 2008
It showed yesterday when she and the other six members of the board voted to ban anabolic steroids. The ban is expected to be in effect by the Breeders' Cup at Santa Anita on Oct. 24-25. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Florence adopts drug testing Joins other area high schools in sampling students in sports, band, other activities Jul 19, 2008
-- All performance-enhancing substances, including, but not limited to, anabolic steroids. -- Any legal medication not specifically and lawfully prescribed for the student. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Jacksonville's Front Four Jul 17, 2008
And tackle , who had recently been on the short list of the NFLs best at his position, was put on injured reserve in early December with a high ankle sprain, just after he finished a four-game suspension for violating the leagues anabolic steroids and related substances policy. Head coach Jack Del Rio and defensive coordinator Mike Smith would have to put their front seven together with some different faces. (JagsInsider.com)
ViroPharma Adopts An Orphan Drug Jul 17, 2008
The illness is most often treated with anabolic steroids in the U.S., but ViroPharma said patients and allergists would prefer a new option. ViroPharma's only marketed drug is Vancocin, which treats gastrointestinal tract infections. (Forbes -- Business)
ViroPharma's Growing Pains Jul 16, 2008
The illness is most often treated with anabolic steroids in the U.S., but ViroPharma said patients and allergists would prefer a new option. ViroPharma (nasdaq: - - )'s only marketed drug is Vancocin, which treats gastrointestinal tract infections. (Forbes -- Business)
Dark Knight Shift: Why Batman Could Exist--But Not for Long Jul 15, 2008
Q&A with movement researcher E. Paul Zehr. BECOMING BATMAN: Is it possible. (Scientific American)
Positive test not a surprise Jul 13, 2008
If an athlete were bulking up on anabolic steroids, they knew to stop once the testing was implemented. Mark Cousins, one of four athletic coordinators listed on the UIL s Web site, spoke with the Villager by phone last week. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
DRF: Curlin was given steroids last year Jul 13, 2008
Curlin's majority owner Jess Jackson told the New York Times Thursday that he is against all performance-enhancing drugs, despite the reigning Horse of the Year being treated with anabolic steroids last year ... The reigning Horse of the Year, Curlin, was treated with anabolic steroids last year but was taken off the drugs in January, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing comments made by Jess Jackson, the majority owner of the colt ... According to the Times, Jackson said that Curlin... (MSNBC -- Sports)
How Prozac sent the science of depression in the wrong direction Jul 7, 2008
He compares antidepressants with anabolic steroids, which increase muscle mass only when subjects also go to the gym. "If you just sit on your couch, then steroids aren't going to be very effective," he says. (Boston Globe)
Finchem kicks off PGA Tour's new drug testing era Jul 3, 2008
Among the banned substances: anabolic steroids, hormones and related substances, diuretics and other masking agents, drugs of abuse (marijuana, cocaine, hashish, etc. stimulants, beta blockers. (ESPN -- Golf)
Tillman sentenced on federal charges Jul 3, 2008
He was also found to have hundreds of vials of anabolic steroids at his home in Bridge Point Farms. Tillman had been free on 50,000 bond since February and staying in the custody of his ex-wife's father in Virginia Beach. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
In the cup: Drug testing begins on the PGA Tour Jul 2, 2008
Some of the substances on the banned list: anabolic steroids, hormones, diuretics and other masking agents, drugs of abuse (marijuana, cocaine), stimulants, beta blockers. Samples are sent to a lab at UCLA, a World Anti-Doping Agency-certified testing facility. (USA Today -- Sports)
TWHS graduate tests positive for steroids Jul 2, 2008
A student-athlete who graduated this spring from The Woodlands High School tested positive for anabolic steroids, The Courier has learned. According to figures released this week by the the company conducting the statewide testing, the positive result at The Woodlands was just one of two out of 10,407 since the program was implemented in February. (Conroe Courier, TX)
U.S. picks water polo teams Jul 1, 2008
Swimmer Ouyang Kunpeng and his coach, Feng Shangbao, were permanently barred from the sport last week after he tested positive for anabolic steroids. The decision was an embarrassment for the host country just six weeks before the Beijing Olympics. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Two positives at top barns Jun 27, 2008
A highly publicized Congressional hearing into drug and safety-related issues in horse racing was held last week in Washington, where Jess Jackson, the majority owner of Curlin, asked a House subcommittee to support major reforms, including the banning of anabolic steroids and all nontherapeutic drugs ... During the Triple Crown, he candidly admitted that Big Brown and all of his horses regularly received legal injections of anabolic steroids. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
We should've known ... Jun 26, 2008
From : "Anabolic steroids can cause many adverse effects ... Conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) can accelerate the rate of premature baldness for those who are genetically predisposed.". Well, that explains a lot. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Terry Bradshaw admits using steroids in '70s Jun 25, 2008
The New York Daily News reports that it was unclear whether Bradshaw was referring to corticosteroids or anabolic steroids ... Anabolic steroids are not allowed by leagues. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Charity event marks tragic anniversary Jun 24, 2008
Astin had been prescribing exceptionally large doses of anabolic steroids for Chris Benoit before he committed the double murders. A court proceeding between the Toffolonis (Nancy's family) and Chris Benoit's father over the rights to the Benoit estate has been settled amicably. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
End use of steroids? Jun 24, 2008
One of the topics discussed was the use of anabolic steroids in thoroughbred race horses ... The debate has gone on all spring whether anabolic steroids enhance the performance of horses ... Pletcher said anabolic steroids have therapeutic value to horses, especially in helping them with their eating patterns. (Albany Times Union)
Effect of steroids in horses difficult to gauge Jun 21, 2008
Though Hall of Fame trainer Jack Van Berg compared horse training to "chemical warfare'' during a Congressional hearing on the state of the industry last week, there's little scientific proof that links anabolic steroids to better, stronger, faster horses.advertisement"It's an impossible question for us to even answer,'' said Dr. Scot Waterman, executive director of the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium. "A .01 (percent) change in performance would alter the outcome of a 1-mile race 50... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Congress threatens horse racing safety legislation Jun 20, 2008
Marzelli offered hope by pointing out that its safety panel two days ago called for a sweeping ban on anabolic steroids ... "We are confident that 2008 will be the last year in which anabolic steroids will be permitted in our sport during training and racing," Marzelli said ... Dutrow did provide a statement in which he discussed his checkered record, including his use of anabolic steroids on horses. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Congress debates intervention into racing safety Jun 20, 2008
Marzelli offered hope by pointing out that its safety panel two days ago called for a sweeping ban on anabolic steroids ... "We are confident that 2008 will be the last year in which anabolic steroids will be permitted in our sport during training and racing,'' Marzelli said.That would clearly influence the methods used by the trainer of Big Brown, the Triple Crown favorite who finished a stunning last place in the Belmont Stakes on June 7.Rick Dutrow Jr., who gave a legal steroid to Big Brown... (MSNBC -- Sports)
House testimony heartens Barbaro owners Jun 20, 2008
Alex Waldrop, president and CEO of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA), said 28 states are in the process of banning anabolic steroids from competition and the other 10 are expected to follow suit by 2009. Beyond steroids, the hearing focused on overmedication of horses, track surfaces and breeding practices, the latter of which has been cited by experts as a cause for an increase in racing injuries. (USA Today -- Sports)
Thoroughbred industry in Congressional hot seat Jun 20, 2008
Trainer Rick Dutrow, who admitted injecting Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner Big Brown with anabolic steroids, which were legal in the states where the horse raced, was expected to speak before the committee but didn't show up. Dutrow said he was too ill to attend, the Associated Press reported. (Los Angeles Times)
Dutrow calls in sick, misses Congressional hearing on safety, steroids Jun 19, 2008
The panel called for bans on anabolic steroids and certain types of horseshoes, as well as the regulation of the use of the riding crop by jockeys. "It's encouraging that the Jockey Club has come up with these recommendations," Whitfield said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Kentucky panel won't rush steroid rules Jun 18, 2008
-- Kentucky's regulators will move deliberately toward adopting rules either banning or regulating anabolic steroids, but the effort will be tempered by a desire to put the proper rules in place, the chairman of a subcommittee formed to study the drugs said at a meeting Monday ... Though Harriman-Whitfield has not expressed a detailed explanation of her position, she is widely believed to be waiting on the results of a federal hearing this week about the role of anabolic steroids in racing and... (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Safety panel calls for steroid ban for racing Jun 18, 2008
The call for a sweeping ban on anabolic steroids for racing was one of three suggestions from the committee established by North America's thoroughbred registry, the Jockey Club ... "Anabolic steroids have no valid purpose in the training and racing of the equine athlete,'' said Bill Casner, chairman of the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Assoc.Alex Waldrop, president of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, and Bill Farish, chairman of Breeders' Cup Ltd., also released statements... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Horse racing panel wants steroid ban Jun 18, 2008
The call for a sweeping ban on anabolic steroids for racing was one of three suggestions from the committee established by North America's thoroughbred registry, the Jockey Club. Other recommendations dealt with banning certain horseshoes known to cause injuries and regulating the use of the riding crop by jockeys. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Focus Attention Upon Distributors Of Human Growth Hormone, Scientists Urge Jun 18, 2008
A number of high-profile government investigations such as Operations Raw Deal, Phony Pharm and Which Doctor have attempted to make a dent in the illegal distribution of hGH and anabolic steroids for unapproved uses such as anti-aging or aesthetic reasons. As stated on the Albany County District Attorney's website, in the case of Operation Which Doctor, numerous governmental agencies are "working together to take down a nationwide distribution ring of anabolic steroids, Human Growth Hormones and... (Science Daily)
Weekend patrols Jun 17, 2008
Friendswood police seized 36 grams of anabolic steroids and 9. 2 grams of crack cocaine in two separate arrests Saturday, June 14. (Friendswood Journal, TX)
O'Brien's beat blog Jun 16, 2008
After hearing reports, what I d like to see would be studies on the visual enhancement effects of anabolic steroids. One interesting sports vision factoid that shocked me but that makes sense is that when they ve extensively tested Olympic type athletes to determine who has the best depth perception, the consistent top performers were downhill snow skiers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Big Brown's trainer to testify on drug use in horse racing Jun 12, 2008
" The Interstate Horseracing Act allows off-track betting, which has evolved into simulcasting and advance-deposit wagering. In 2007, almost 90 percent of the $15.4 billion bet on horse racing came from simulcasting. Only about 10 percent actually was bet at the track on live races. The Interstate Horseracing Act is virtually the only federal regulation of racing; medication, testing, and even betting are regulated by individual states. Lawmakers will question top veterinary researchers,... (Anchorage Daily News)
Report: Fowler received steroids Jun 12, 2008
Jacobs was sentenced to three years' probation and fined $25,000 May 1 after pleading guilty last year to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute anabolic steroids. Jacobs previously told the Morning News he did not want to publicly implicate Fowler. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Deceased wrestler's doctor pleads not guilty Jun 10, 2008
They have said Astin prescribed anabolic steroids to Benoit, but a medical examiner was unable to say if steroids played a role in the killings. More from SI.com Latest News. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
An unexpected result at Belmont Jun 9, 2008
He is probably one tired horse and regressed off of the anabolic steroids. By Zyskandar A Jaimot. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
N.Y. Brownout Jun 8, 2008
The anabolic steroids keeps him eating and keeps him happy and keeps him aggressive, all of which he showed all week long.. So I kind of doubt it. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
The Myth Of Might Jun 7, 2008
In fact, all of Bell's childhood heroes have injected anabolic steroids. This film, from the producers of "Bowling for Columbine" and "Fahrenheit 9/11," rips more than a few pages from Michael Moore's playbook in both documentary style and substance. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
BIG BROWN'S BID Jun 7, 2008
Actually, there's no big secret: New York is one of 28 racing states to allow anabolic steroids in a horse's training regimen (10 states ban the drugs), and trainer Rick Dutrow admits to using them on Big Brown - though he says he stopped in April. Still, that hasn't prevented some, er, neigh-sayers from questioning whether the injections compromise the integrity of the sport - or some such thing. (New York Post -- Opinions)
BREEDING DEBATE: Born to run, or sell? Jun 7, 2008
Are anabolic steroids leading to injuries. Ten of 38 racing states now ban most steroids and limit use of four others as therapy with 35-40 days of withdrawal time before racing. (USA Today -- Sports)
Convicted Steroids Dealer Shot Dead Jun 7, 2008
David Jacobs walks out of the federal courthouse in Sherman, Texas, after pleading guilty to federal charges of conspiring to distribute thousands of units of anabolic steroids ... Jacobs was sentenced to three years probation and fined $25,000 on May 1 after pleading guilty last year in federal court in Dallas to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute anabolic steroids. (CBS News -- US)
Coroner: NFL 'Roid Dealer's Death a Suicide Jun 7, 2008
Jacobs was fined $25,000 May 1 and sentenced to three years' probation by a federal court when he pleaded guilty in Dallas to possession of anabolic steroids with the intention to distribute. The Dallas Morning News reported that Plano police investigated Jacobs' home on Honey Creek Lane and found Earhart-Savell, a professional fitness competitor, also shot to death alongside Jacobs. (ABC News)
Nation: Texas steroids dealer reportedly killed himself Jun 7, 2008
Jacobs was sentenced to three years probation and fined $25,000 in May after pleading guilty last year in federal court in Dallas to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute anabolic steroids. Jacobs publicly identified former Dallas Cowboy Matt Lehr as one player who bought drugs from him. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
