Hegseth wants a "High-T" military; doctors call it a clinical minefield
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced mandatory testosterone screening for military personnel aged 30 and older, citing performance and health optimization. Medical experts, including the Endocrine Society, have criticized the move, noting a lack of clinical evidence to support universal screening.
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This policy change sparks a debate over the intersection of military readiness, medical ethics, and the potential for over-medicalization within the armed forces.
Oh no Hegseth wants a “High-T” military; doctors call it a clinical minefield “We’re turning the clock back on rational healthcare.”
64 Military members in line. Credit: Getty | Stefani Reynolds Military members in line. Credit: Getty | Stefani Reynolds Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav On Wednesday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the startling announcement that the US military would begin requiring all active duty and reserve personnel aged 30 and older to undergo mandatory screening for testosterone deficiency. The screenings will take place during yearly health assessments. Those under age 30 can also get screened on request.
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