The U.S. military will begin testing the testosterone levels of some service members and recommending hormone therapy if needed, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday.
The new policy comes amid a larger push by the Trump administration to promote and expand public access to testosterone replacement therapies.
“Under the supervision of our world-class medical professionals, war fighters age 30 and older are going to be tested annually as part of their periodic health assessment,” Hegseth said in a video posted to X captioned: “The High-T Department of War.”
The test would take place as part of the regular annual health assessment. Service members younger than 30 can voluntarily get their testosterone levels tested as well, Hegseth said.
He added that if the medical team recommends treatment for a service member, it would be that individual’s decision whether to receive testosterone replacement therapy.
“This initiative — it’s not about artificial enhancement; it’s about restoring and optimizing your natural capabilities, protecting your longevity, and ensuring you have the biological foundation required to sustain the fight,” Hegseth said.
