Trump Sparks Controversy by Linking Autism to Tylenol Use
9/23/2025
Former President Donald Trump has drawn widespread criticism after suggesting a link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and autism in children, despite no scientific evidence supporting this claim. Speaking at a recent event, Trump raised the issue while addressing concerns about public health and childhood development, framing it as something “people should be looking into.”
Medical experts and researchers were quick to push back, stressing that such a connection has not been proven by credible studies. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, along with numerous health organizations, have long maintained that autism is a complex condition influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, not tied to common over-the-counter medications like Tylenol.
Critics argue that Trump’s remarks risk fueling misinformation and unnecessary fear among expectant mothers, potentially leading them to avoid safe and widely used medications during pregnancy. Several doctors emphasized that acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, is one of the most recommended pain relievers for pregnant women when taken as directed.
Supporters, however, defended Trump’s comments as raising questions that should not be dismissed outright. They point to a small number of preliminary studies that have suggested possible correlations, though these studies have been inconclusive and far from establishing causation.
This controversy adds to Trump’s history of making medical claims that often clash with established science. Health professionals caution that spreading unverified information can undermine trust in healthcare guidance and place vulnerable populations at risk.
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