Army's low-T screening could mislabel 25% of troops

Mandatory testosterone screening for Army personnel may flag up to 25% of active-duty members as having low testosterone, despite the actual prevalence of the condition being far lower. A JAMA study found that the screenings, ordered by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, could lead to unnecessary medical evaluations, inaccurate diagnoses, and potential harm, including infertility. Medical experts have advised against blanket screenings due to these risks, but the Pentagon has proceeded with the initiative. The study analyzed morning blood samples from 479 male Army service members, finding that testosterone levels were measured without symptoms, which is not standard medical practice.