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- Copyright (c) 1991-92,1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
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- A Resource About Anabolic Steroids
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- With the astonishing events during the 1988 Olympic Games, and the
- disqualification of an athlete on anabolic steroids, that lost him and his
- country a gold medal, the topic of steroid use has become one of interest to
- many. Though there are many aspects that concern the public, the one that
- interests me the most are the basic medical facts that surround the use of
- these agents, and the risks that athletes, both amateur and professional, take
- when they use these chemicals to enhance their performance. There are
- probably more myths about the "good" effects than knowledge about the adverse
- effects used as reasons for taking steroids, and so I was pleased to find an
- excellent brochure that strikes right to the heart of the problem and
- discusses the matter realistically. It is entitled, "Anabolic Steroids;
- Losing at Winning" and is free for the asking from the Food and Drug
- Administration (FDA), HFE--80, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. A
- stamped, self addressed envelope would be appreciated and will help speed this
- important information to you. And its not only the athletes that should be
- interested in this material, which clearly lists the side effects and adverse
- reactions of these drugs, but also every parent with a youngster interested in
- participating in sports. Learning the true about the use of steroids now may
- prevent the tragedy of impaired health later on. Be sure to write to the FDA
- for your copy.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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