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Pentagon Mandates Testosterone Checks for Troops 30+ | Reno News
The Pentagon’s launching a new health initiative: all service members aged thirty and older will get annual testosterone checks as part of routine exams, aimed at keeping troops at peak performance as hormone levels naturally decline with age. For those under thirty, testing is optional. Defense Secretary emphasizes this aligns with a “warrior ethos” and overall force readiness, noting testosterone impacts bone, muscle, and energy for everyone. If low levels are detected, treatment is available — though whether the military covers it remains undecided. This proactive screening is designed to…
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