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Triathlon Champion's Doping Scandal Sparks Controversy and Calls for Change.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times

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Source: The New York Times

Triathlon champion Collin Chartier's positive test for EPO has shocked the sport and cast doubt over his performances last year. Chartier accepted a three-year suspension from competition and admitted to taking EPO following a subpar performance at the Ironman world championships. The positive test has rocked triathlon, producing the kind of shock and outrage over doping that recall a more innocent era. The situation has also turned into a major pivot point and cast serious doubt over his performances last year.

"Israeli scientists develop potential cure for anemia"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Ynetnews

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Scientists at the Weizmann Institute of Science have identified the cells responsible for the production of red blood cells that carry oxygen in our bodies, which may lead to cures for anemia and other blood diseases. The discovery of Norn cells will enable the development of new drugs and treatments for chronic kidney disease, which damages the production of EPO causing potentially life-threatening anemia.