The US military will begin testosterone screening. Here’s what it can – and can’t – tell us
- Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, recently announced plans to measure testosterone levels in US soldiers with a promise of “ensuring you have the right testosterone levels to operate at your absolute best”.
- Soldiers found to have low testosterone would be offered treatment, although accepting it would remain voluntary.
- The announcement has reignited debate about testosterone, masculinity and performance.
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- Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, recently announced plans to measure testosterone levels in US soldiers with a promise of “ensuring you have the right testosterone levels to operate at your absolute best”.
- Soldiers found to have low testosterone would be offered treatment, although accepting it would remain voluntary.
- The announcement has reignited debate about testosterone, masculinity and performance.
Sources: The Independent