Under new NCAA rules, any athlete using an inhaler must obtain and have available a note from their doctor if they are on an inhaler or have been prescribed ADHD medicine. The note has to be on official letterhead and must specifically indicate what medicine they are taking, why they are taking it, the dosage, and who is prescribing it. If the athlete does not have this on file and they get drug tested, then the athlete will not be allowed to practice or compete until this note is in their file. It is no longer acceptable to just bring the prescription with you to campus to give to the athletic trainers.
As we receive the medical forms and physicals I will contact each runner who has indicated they are currently using an inhaler and remind them about this requirement.
Coach Van Arkel
417-873-7567
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