The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has implemented a ban on the repeated use of carbon monoxide rebreathing, effective February 10, following reports of its misuse for performance enhancement among cyclists. This method, highlighted during the Tour de France, increases performance by optimizing oxygen diffusion monitoring. While the practice is allowed under medical supervision, the UCI moved to protect riders from acute and chronic health risks associated with non-medical inhalation. The ban prohibits possession of CO rebreathing systems outside medical facilities, addressing rising health concerns voiced by athletes.
The UCI's decision to ban repeated inhalation of carbon monoxide aims to eliminate health risks while addressing concerns about performance-enhancement in cycling.
The gas can lead to severe health issues, including headaches, lethargy, and confusion, which the UCI deemed unacceptable for riders.
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