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Doctors question evidence behind Pentagon plan for testosterone screening

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mandated annual testosterone screening for service members aged thirty and older. Many medical professionals express concerns about potential infertility and inappropriate treatment risks. Experts question the scientific basis supporting this new military healthcare policy. They suggest testosterone supplementation is best for symptomatic individuals, not all personnel. This directive could offer new data on younger men's hormonal health.

18 Jul 2026 3:59 pm