Pentagon Introduces Testosterone Testing for US Military, Drawing Criticism
The Pentagon has ordered the introduction of annual testosterone testing for active and reserve military personnel over 30, a decision that continues to draw widespread criticism from medical experts and specialists questioning its scientific basis.
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Doctors question evidence behind Pentagon plan for testosterone screening
Pete Hegseth announced that soldiers aged 30 and older in the US military will be screened for low testosterone The US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, this week ordered annual testosterone-deficiency screening for active-duty and reserve service members aged 30 and older, which he says will help to maintain military readiness. But many medical professionals warn it might do nothing of the sort and instead could increase service members’ risk of infertility or other consequences if testoste...
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Several health experts said they were puzzled by the announcement on testosterone testing and are concerned it may lead to unnecessary — or even harmful — treatment.
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