• stermy4u@lemmy.worldOP
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    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a new Pentagon initiative mandating annual testosterone screenings for all military service members aged 30 and older to maintain a “tactical advantage.” Troops who test low will be offered voluntary testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), a move the Pentagon chief framed as keeping the military on the “leading edge of lethality” while nicknaming the Pentagon “The High-T Department of War.”

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      A 30 year old service member has over a decade of experience. This is orders of magnitude more valuable and important than whatever pseudo science bullshit this alcohol-brained dumbass is pushing there.

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        I’m guessing a 30 year old service member is far less likely to be in an active combat role (special forces aside) and more likely to be doing administration, leadership, teaching, logistics, etc.

        You know, roles where keeping a cool head is especially important.

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      I thought TRT messes up your body’s ability to produce testosterone naturally. Not good.

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      Troops who test low will be offered voluntary testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)

      So… Hrt?