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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ariana Baio

Pete Hegseth is now requiring testosterone screenings for military members over 30

Military service members over the age of 30 will be required to have testosterone level testing as part of their annual health assessments going forward, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday.

Hegseth, who has implemented several mandates to enhance military fitness, said in a video posted on X that the testing was about “ensuring you have the right testosterone levels to operate at your absolute best.”

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