In a significant development for the world of sports and public health, the World Anti-Doping Agency . (WADA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have joined forces through a four-year memorandum of understanding (MOU). This agreement, signed in Geneva, Switzerland, between WADA President Witold Bańka and WHO Director-General.
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, aims to facilitate collaboration and information sharing where anti-doping efforts and public health initiatives intersect.
Framework for Cooperation
Under this MOU, which remains in effect until October 1, 2027, WADA and WHO establish a framework for cooperation to advance their shared objectives.
The primary focus areas of this collaboration include health promotion, substance abuse prevention, addressing emerging drugs, and the promotion of clean sports.
Protecting Athletes and Society
WADA plays a crucial role in ensuring doping-free sports and safeguarding the health of athletes worldwide. The collaboration with WHO allows experts from both organizations to exchange information on emerging substances and strengthen scientific positions. This joint effort benefits not only athletes but also society as a whole, as it aims to prevent substances with potential health risks from being used in sports.
Promoting Physical Activity and Healthy Lives
Dr. Tedros emphasized WHO’s commitment to working closely with the sports sector to promote. Increased physical activity globally and foster healthier lives for all. Sports and physical activity are integral to good health, and doping not only harms athletes but also compromises the integrity of sports and negatively impacts those who look up to athletes as role models.
Clean Sport for a Healthier Society
Dr. Tedros further highlighted the importance of clean sport in inspiring individuals to lead active lifestyles. While cautioning against the use of performance-enhancing substances. Keeping sports clean has broader benefits beyond the sporting arena, positively . Impacting the health and well-being of individuals and communities worldwide.
Key Areas Covered by the MOU
The MOU outlines several key areas of cooperation, including:
- Health risk prevention and assessment related to the use of psychoactive substances, with a focus on doping substances and athletes.
- Global awareness and advocacy for clean sport and substance misuse prevention.
- Raising awareness through educational initiatives supported by goodwill ambassadors and influencers.
- Collaboration on identifying sub-standard and counterfeit medical products, including new emerging psychoactive drugs.
- Reporting on the abuse and misuse of counterfeit and sub-standard medical products in sports.
Towards United Nations Sustainable Goals
This collaborative effort aligns with the shared objective of both organizations to achieve United Nations Sustainable Goal 3: Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. These goals are part of the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, reflecting a universal framework for peace, prosperity, and sustainability.
Solidifying Commitment
The MOU formalizes the commitment of both WADA and WHO to address important issues at the intersection of clean sports and public health. It was established following an initial meeting between the two organizations at the WHO headquarters in Geneva in April 2023, signifying their dedication to promoting health, integrity, and fairness in sports worldwide.
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