On July 15, 2026, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new screening program for testosterone deficiency targeting soldiers aged 30 and older. The initiative aims to ensure that service members maintain optimal testosterone levels for their performance. Hegseth shared details of the program in a video posted on X.
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Department of Defense to Screen Soldiers Over 30 for Testosterone Deficiency
The US Department of Defense will implement a testosterone deficiency screening program for soldiers aged 30 and above, as announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on July 15, 2026. The program aims to help service members maintain optimal testosterone levels for performance.
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