Hegseth, Testosterone
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's announcement Wednesday that military members 30 and up must undergo annual testosterone screenings has raised questions about the testing process and potential testosterone replacement therapy for those with lower levels of the hormone.
On Wednesday, Hegseth announced a new policy that will mandate testosterone screening for many service members. The screening will be universally implemented as part of the annual check-up for people over 30,
Medical professionals have torn into Donald Trump’s defense secretary for his plans to test military personnel’s testosterone and offer hormone replacement therapy to those with low levels. Pete
Medical professionals told the BBC the new policy could lead to an increase in incorrect diagnoses, as well as other issues.
The defense secretary said the Pentagon will test the testosterone levels of troops 30 and over. It was unclear if the plan would affect women or military fitness rules.
Before coming to The Verge, she worked for Gizmodo and PC Magazine. I was in the middle of writing a different Optimizer column this week when I learned that Pete Hegseth is getting ready to roid out America’s armed forces.
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