The US Department of Defense issued mandatory testosterone testing implementation guidelines for male military personnel aged 30 and above on the 2nd to “enhance the US military's combat readiness.” However, this guideline was quickly withdrawn due to its scientific nature being questioned by the medical community. A US official said on the 3rd that the Pentagon would “update” this document. The guidelines, withdrawn by the Pentagon, require male active duty and reserve military personnel aged 30 and above to undergo mandatory testosterone blood tests and screening during regular health assessments and decide whether to receive testosterone replacement therapy depending on the circumstances. Men under 30 can decide for themselves whether to be screened. The guidelines also recommend that female military personnel who frequently experience symptoms such as fatigue and menstrual disorders be tested for hormone levels.

The US Department of Defense issued mandatory testosterone testing implementation guidelines for male military personnel aged 30 and above on the 2nd to “enhance the US military's combat readiness.” However, this guideline was quickly withdrawn due to its scientific nature being questioned by the medical community. A US official said on the 3rd that the Pentagon would “update” this document. The guidelines, withdrawn by the Pentagon, require male active duty and reserve military personnel aged 30 and above to undergo mandatory testosterone blood tests and screening during regular health assessments and decide whether to receive testosterone replacement therapy depending on the circumstances. Men under 30 can decide for themselves whether to be screened. The guidelines also recommend that female military personnel who frequently experience symptoms such as fatigue and menstrual disorders be tested for hormone levels.