Hegseth announces new policy to test troops for low testosterone and offer them hormone replacement therapy
Summary
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new program to screen military troops aged 30 and older for low testosterone levels. The screening will be part of their annual medical checkups, and hormone replacement therapy will be offered voluntarily to those who need it.Key Facts
- The new screening targets testosterone deficiency among troops.
- It applies to all service members aged 30 and older as part of required yearly medical exams.
- Troops under 30 can choose to be tested if they want.
- Hormone replacement therapy will be offered voluntarily to troops who have low testosterone.
- The goal is to help troops perform at their best.
- The announcement was made by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Washington.
- The screening appears to focus mainly on male service members.
- This policy is related to the health and readiness of military personnel.
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