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The Pentagon is moving forward with mandatory testosterone testing for most male troops

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The Pentagon issued guidance for mandatory testosterone testing for male service members aged 30 and older. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the program, which currently excludes women. Medical experts have questioned the necessity and effectiveness of the new policy.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon has rolled out formal guidance for mandatory testosterone testing for male service members 30 and older, a policy that leaves out women for now and faces questions from medical experts about the need and efficacy of such a program. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced in July that a new program...

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