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US Military to Require Testosterone Screening for Personnel Aged 30 and Older

The US military will implement mandatory testosterone deficiency screenings for active duty and reserve personnel aged 30 and older, as announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on July 17, 2026. The initiative aims to improve performance and health, though its effectiveness is debated among doctors.

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The US military will implement mandatory testosterone deficiency screenings for active duty and reserve personnel aged 30 and older, as announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on July 17, 2026. The initiative aims to improve performance and health, though its effectiveness is debated among doctors.

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Hegseth wants a "High-T" military; doctors call it a clinical minefield

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US Military to Require Testosterone Screening for Personnel Aged 30 and Older