Joint Media Release

Global DRO Seminar for Sports Pharmacists Held in Tokyo, JapanOn 16 December 2014, The Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) hosted the first formal
Global DRO Seminar for more than 250 sports pharmacists. The seminar included thepresentations from the representatives of the founding Global DRO partners which
includes the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), UK Anti-Doping (UKAD), and theCanadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES).

JADA joined the Global DRO family in 2013, and this Global DRO Seminar was the firstopportunity for Japanese sports pharmacists to hear how each international partnercountry has implemented
Global DRO and developed
it as part of their antidoping programmes.

Global DRO is an online andmobile tool that allows
athletes to check theprohibited or permitted
status of licensed
medication according to thelatest World Anti-Doping
Code Prohibited List. In
2014, there were morethan 486,216 searches
between the four partnercountries, speaking to the popularity and effectiveness of the resource.

The speakers illustrated how Global DRO has strengthened the Drug Reference
resources available for athletes, athlete support personnel, doctors, pharmacists andparents in each country. JADA shared their unique example of the Japanese Sports
Pharmacist System, and the representatives from the U.S., the United Kingdom, andCanada also discussed the delivery of their health professional education programs.

In his keynote speech, USADA’s Science Director, Dr. Matt Fedoruk, illustrated thepractical importance of Global DRO and the value of providing education and resources
regarding anti-doping rules to health professionals, including pharmacists andphysicians, as they play a vital role in protecting clean athletes.
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“We are seeing a stronger need for
close cooperation between themedical community and the antidoping community in order to bestprotect clean athletes and sport,”
said Dr. Fedoruk. “Implementing
clear and consistent processes, andproviding easy access to accurate
information are important parts ofany effective anti-doping program.”Shin Asakawa, JADA CEO, alsoechoed: “I am delighted to host this first Global DRO Seminar, opened to JADA’scertified sports pharmacists. We have benefited as part of this international
collaboration Global DRO team. Along with the JADA Sports Pharmacists System, wecan strengthen a ‘Clean Sport Triad’ and ensure the athletes receiving the appropriate
information at anywhere and anytime.”

UK Anti-Doping Medical Education Officer Anne Sargent said, “JADA should beapplauded for engaging with sports pharmacists and recognising the crucial role theyplay in protecting clean sport through the influence they have on athletes.
“This inaugural conference provided an important platform to share best practice andfor delegates to gain an increased understanding of Global DRO and its value inassisting athletes and athlete support personnel.
“UKAD is committed to continue working together with international partners toenhance anti-doping programmes globally for the benefit of clean athletes.”

Cori McPhail, CCES Manager of Education and Technology, was delighted to participate
in the workshop and applauded JADA for their leadership in this area, “JADA is the mostrecent member of the Global DRO family, but like those of us already involved, they
have demonstrated a clear commitment to providing their athletes comprehensive andreliable information about the medication they may need to take. Global DRO allows
each of our agencies to support the training and competition schedules of ourrespective athlete populations with credible information they can access from anywhere.
Thanks to our friends and colleagues at JADA for hosting a very productive andbeneficial session.”

The Global DRO is an expanding platform and is provided by the valued partnership
between the US, Canada, the UK and Japan.
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About:Global DRO
The Global Drug Reference Online (Global DRO) provides athletes and support
personnel with information about the prohibited status of specific medications based on
the current World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List. Global DRO does notcontain information on, or that applies to, any dietary supplements. Visitors can search
the Global DRO for specific information on products sold in the United Kingdom, Canada,
the United States and Japan. Global DRO was brought about through a partnership
between UK Anti-Doping (UKAD), the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) andthe United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). The Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA)
is an official Global DRO licensee.

Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA)
The Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) was founded in 2001 as a cooperative effort ofall stakeholders in Japan. Supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports,
Science and Technology (MEXT), JADA endeavours to lead the anti-doping activity withits key activity areas of education, information, awareness raising, research, doping
control and the JADA Sports Pharmacist Program, as well as international cooperation.
It strives to promote and strengthened a value-based education programme in Japan inview of developing people and society through sport. “Sport for Tomorrow”, Tokyo
2020’s government legacy commitment, is delivered by JADA as part of three pillars.
“2020 GLOBAL PLAY TRUE” is at the heart of Tokyo’s commitment in delivering andleaving legacy on the spirit and core values of and through sport to the society.

United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA)
USADA is responsible for the testing and results management process for athletes in
the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement, and is equally dedicated to preserving theintegrity of sport through research initiatives and educational programs. In an effort toaid athletes, as well as all support team members such as parents and coaches, inunderstanding the rules applicable to them, USADA provides comprehensive instruction
on its website on the testing process and prohibited substances, how to obtain
permission to use necessary medications, and the risks and dangers of taking
supplements as well as performance-enhancing drugs. In addition, the agency manages
a drug reference hotline, Drug Reference Online (www.GlobalDRO.com), conducts
educational sessions with National Governing Bodies and their athletes, and proactively
distributes a multitude of educational materials, such as the Prohibited List, easyreference wallet cards, periodic newsletters, and protocol and policy reference
documentation.

3Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES)The CCES is an independent, national, not-for profit organization that manages theCanadian Anti-Doping Program. We recognize that true sport can make a great
difference for individuals, communities and our country. We are committed to working
collaboratively to activate a values-based and principle-driven sport system; protecting
the integrity of sport from the negative forces of doping and other unethical threats;
and advocating for sport that is fair, safe and open to everyone.
UK Anti-Doping (UKAD)
UKAD is the national organisation dedicated to protecting a culture of clean sport. Everyday, we are raising awareness of the issues through our extensive education andtesting programme. As well as helping athletes to understand and follow the rules, wealso prosecute offenders.
Ultimately, we are working for everyone who loves sport – whether competing, trainingor spectating. Together, we’re creating a level-playing field where all athletes know
they can compete fairly and in the true spirit of sport.
UK Anti-Doping is responsible for ensuring sports bodies in the UK are compliant with
the World Anti-Doping Code through implementation and management of the UK’s
National Anti-Doping Policy. For more information on what we do, please click here.

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