The article sheds light on the extensive doping program that was part of the East German regime’s efforts to boost its athletes’ performance in international competitions. During the Cold War era, the GDR government systematically used performance-enhancing drugs on its athletes, often without their knowledge. The program, which began in the 1970s and continued into the 1980s, targeted thousands of athletes, including young children who were subjected to these harmful substances under the guise of medical treatment or training enhancement.
Andreas Wornowski, a former boxer, was one of the victims of this state-sponsored doping program. He is now taking legal and public action to bring attention to the widespread deception and the long-term health consequences faced by those affected. His efforts are part of a broader movement among former GDR athletes to seek accountability and recognition for the harm caused by the regime’s policies. The article underscores the moral and ethical implications of the GDR’s actions, highlighting the need for transparency and justice for the victims.