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world Updated 18 Sep 2026

Pentagon to resume testosterone testing for service members

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Most outlets reported that the Pentagon is resuming a testosterone testing program for service members aged 30 and older. Dawn highlighted the reinstatement and noted the controversy and medical concerns, while Dunya News led with the announcement by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his advocacy for testosterone use to enhance military readiness.

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  1. Pentagon to proceed with controversial testosterone testing after pause

    US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has promoted the use of testosterone to improve military readiness, first announced the screening mandate in July

  2. Dawn 89% identical

    Pentagon to proceed with controversial testosterone testing after pause

    The Pentagon is reinstituting a mandatory testing program for testosterone deficiency among US service members age 30 and older, a spokesperson said on Thursday, bringing back a programme that many medical experts have described as unnecessary and potentially harmful. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has promoted the use of ​testosterone to improve military readiness, first announced the ...

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