U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has announced a new policy requiring military service members over the age of 30 to undergo annual testosterone deficiency screenings. This initiative, aimed at enhancing the lethality and performance of the military, will include testing for both male and female troops. Hegseth emphasized the importance of maintaining optimal testosterone levels for soldiers, stating that the Pentagon would also offer testosterone replacement therapy options for those found deficient. Critics have raised concerns regarding the implications of this initiative, which has been linked to broader discussions on health care within the military.