Steroid Precursors-Legislation  The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) today commended the United States House of Representatives for passing the Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2004 (HR 3866) and urged the members of the Senate to promptly support and adopt similar legislation. Steroid Use Increasing In Competition  For the past few years, it's been all over the news - stories about athletes, steroids, and body image. From professional wrestlers, who are much admired by kids and teens for their bulked-up appearance and strength to female athletes, who are becoming more visible role models for teen girls, and are more aware than ever of a "buffed" muscular body type. Testosterone and Alzheimer's Disease   The research team found that for every 50 percent increase in the free testosterone in the bloodstream, there was about a 26 percent decrease in the risk of developing AD. Although overall free testosterone levels fell over time, these levels dropped more dramatically in those men who later developed AD.

Recent studies suggest that steroid abuse among teenagers is on the rise. The study indicates that students at the 8th grade level (and even younger) are beginning to experiment with steroids with little understanding of their potential deadly side effects.

Testosterone Gel  A study that compares new Testim gel to testosterone patch shows higher levels of testosterone absorption with gel and corresponding benefits in improved sexual function, mood and other areas.

Young People And Steroids  Brower cautions that young people may think steroids are safe when they hear of their sports idols taking them. In reality, the risks of steroid use can include serious and irreversible physical effects, as well as mental perils such as suicidal thoughts and behaviors, severe depression and violent aggression, known as “’roid rage.”

Summer financial aid. This measure provides universities and colleges with the option to extend financial aid to incoming student-athletes the summer before their freshman year, so that these student-athletes can begin to reach their academic goals. The Board directed President Brand to establish a task force to develop a formal plan for implementation to be considered at its August meeting.

The sports teams at Albright College compete in the NCAA Division III Middle Atlantic Conference; the school is also affiliated with the Eastern College Athletic Conference.