Trump administration officials push for military testosterone testing and therapy
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr are advancing a plan to test soldiers for testosterone levels and expand legal access to replacement therapy.
Officials propose soldier testing program
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has stated that the military should test service members for testosterone levels. He argues that offering replacement therapy to those with low levels will restore natural capabilities and protect longevity. This approach aims to ensure soldiers have the biological foundation required to sustain combat operations.
Regulatory limits on treatment removed
Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr lifted restrictions on testosterone replacement therapy in June of this year. The change allows more men to receive prescriptions legally instead of obtaining medication from informal sources. Critics note that the administration frames these measures as essential for maintaining national strength.
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