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What did Trump say about paracetamol?

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Trump advised pregnant women to avoid Tylenol (paracetamol), asserting it causes autism, despite lack of robust evidence and strong disagreement from medical experts.

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Trump’s warning on Tylenol and autism sparks medical debate

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  • President Trump issued new guidelines advising pregnant women to avoid Tylenol, claiming it causes autism.
  • The move is supported by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, who has controversial medical views. 36s
  • The administration claims Tylenol use during pregnancy is to blame for autism after reevaluating studies. 54s
  • Medical experts are skeptical, noting that a causal link between Tylenol and autism has not been proven. 1m 2s
  • Doctors warn that avoiding Tylenol could lead to untreated fevers in pregnant women, posing health risks. 1m 41s
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Trump’s warning on Tylenol and autism sparks medical debate
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France 24
17 hours ago
Trump’s warning on Tylenol and autism sparks medical debate

Trump asserts that Tylenol (paracetamol) causes autism and strongly recommends pregnant women avoid it unless absolutely necessary.

Trump makes unproven link between autism, acetaminophen
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CBC News
21 hours ago
Trump makes unproven link between autism, acetaminophen

Trump says, 'So taking Tylenol is not good,' and recommends women limit Tylenol use during pregnancy unless medically necessary.

Trump, FDA tell pregnant women not to take Tylenol
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CBS America
1 day ago
Trump, FDA tell pregnant women not to take Tylenol

Trump states, 'Don't take Tylenol. There's no downside. Don't take it,' advising pregnant women to avoid Tylenol due to concerns about autism risk.

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