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FILE PHOTO: Victor Conte, the man at the center of the BALCO steroid scandal, has died aged 75.

Nation Nov 04

Victor Conte, BALCO founder who sold undetectable steroids to athletes, dies at 75

By Audrey McAvoy, Associated Press

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Navy to begin randomly testing SEALs, special warfare troops for steroids

The Navy will begin randomly testing its special operations forces for steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs beginning in November. It's a groundbreaking step that military leaders have long resisted.

By Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press

Science Feb 19

Seeking an edge, these brain hackers mix up risky chemical cocktails for breakfast

Enthusiasts of nootropics -- brain-enhancing supplements -- want to achieve better versions of themselves, but are the compounds safe?…

By John M. Glionna, STAT

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After Armstrong’s Cycling Ban, Some ‘Livestrong’ Donors Want Their Money Back

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Lance Armstrong’s Fall From Grace Is Not Unique Among Modern Athletes

In one fell swoop, cyclist Lance Armstrong's sports career has come to a close after the International Cycling Union banned him from professional cycling for life. Ray Suarez reports on the evidence of doping, as well as the recent string…

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