HEALTHJul 18 · 21:21 UTCSTAT NEWSAlexander P. Cole

Opinion: Beware the unintended consequences of testosterone screening for military servicemembers

The Department of Defense announced mandatory testosterone screening for service members, prompting concerns about unintended health consequences. A urologist and health outcomes researcher warns that widespread screening may have risks that need careful evaluation.

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