# Defense Secretary Announces Testosterone Screening Program for Soldiers
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that the Department of Defense will implement testosterone deficiency screening for service members aged 30 and older. According to Hegseth, the program aims to ensure soldiers have the "right testosterone levels" as part of military health initiatives.
The screening program represents a new health policy under the Defense Department's medical protocols. Hegseth presented the plan as part of broader efforts to address service member wellness, though specific details about implementation, scope, and the medical rationale behind the age threshold of 30 were not elaborated in available reporting.
The announcement comes as the Defense Department continues to develop various health and readiness policies for active-duty personnel.
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