Health · 20 Jul 2026

Clinicians challenge Pentagon order for annual testosterone tests

Clinicians challenge Pentagon order for annual testosterone tests

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered yearly testosterone-deficiency screening for active-duty and reserve personnel aged 30 and above, arguing it supports military readiness. Doctors have questioned what scientific evidence underpins the requirement. It joins a series of health policy changes from Hegseth and other Trump administration officials that specialists say lack a clear clinical basis.

Source: The Hindu

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