‘Know Your Medicine’ (KYM) App
Source: PIB
Context: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, launched the ‘Know Your Medicine’ (KYM) app developed by NADA India to combat doping in sports.
About Know Your Medicine (KYM) App:
- Developer: National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), India.
- Purpose: To prevent inadvertent doping by allowing athletes to check if a medicine contains substances prohibited by WADA.
- Key Features:
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- Verifies medicine or ingredients for prohibited substances.
- Includes image and audio search for ease of access.
- Customizable search options based on sport categories for specific information.
- Impact: Supports clean sports by fostering a fair and ethical sporting culture.
- Target Users: Athletes, coaches, and sports professionals.
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