Hegseth, testosterone
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The ‘high-T’ military proposal misreads the basic science of testosterone
For starters, there is no single “right” amount of testosterone.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has recently announced that active duty male military personnel over age 30 will be screened annually for testosterone levels. As most men’s testosterone levels peak sometime in their 20’s,
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced new testosterone screenings for troops 30 and older. Screening is automatic, but treatment is voluntary.
Soldiers over 30 will be required to have their testosterone levels measured yearly and given the option to try hormone replacement theory
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Wednesday a new mandatory screening program to test all service members age 30 and older, including women, for testosterone deficiency annually. Hormone treatment for troops with low testosterone will be voluntary.
Make sure the number on a testosterone check opens a real evaluation of health instead of becoming a shortcut to a prescription, Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt advises.
