New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Study: Tylenol use during pregnancy not linked to autism
Despite fears raised by public health officials in the Trump administration, a new study finds that taking Tylenol as recommended during pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism, ADHD or any other intellectual disabilities in babies. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
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Dr. Oz says "of course" pregnant women should take Tylenol if a doctor says so
President Trump's announcement this week about an alleged link between Tylenol and autism has drawn pushback from medical experts.
Dr. Oz speaks on Tylenol and pregnancy
Health experts and some Republican lawmakers are criticizing the Trump administration's announcement that Tylenol used during pregnancy could contribute to autism. Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Dr. Oz on Trump's advice about Tylenol
Health experts and some Republican lawmakers are criticizing the Trump administration's announcement that Tylenol used during pregnancy could contribute to autism. Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Trump says skipping Tylenol while pregnant has "no downside." Doctors disagree.
Doctors worry President Trump's message of "tough it out" will harm women and their babies, as high fever and severe pain can be dangerous during pregnancy.
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Fallout over Trump's link of Tylenol, autism
Some doctors say President Trump's announcement urging pregnant women not to take acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, has led to a spike in calls to their offices. Tylenol's owner has pushed back on the president's claim. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Tylenol-autism claim gets major pushback
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Fact-checking Trump's Tylenol, autism claims
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Experts respond to Trump Tylenol announcement
On Monday, President Trump, joined by HHS Secretary RFK Jr. and the FDA chair, claimed acetaminophen in Tylenol can increase the risk of autism in children if used during pregnancy.There's no clear evidence for the connection and Tylenol's owner has pushed back. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to know.
More on Trump administration autism claims
The Trump administration is linking Tylenol use in pregnant women to autism, but its maker and doctors are pushing back on the claims. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more details.
Acetaminophen study co-author on findings
President Trump on Monday suggested a possible link between the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism in children. Dr. Ann Bauer, co-author of a study that examined acetaminophen use during pregnancy, explains why more research is needed. Then, Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell, a board-certified OBGYN, joins to unpack the news.
Doctor reacts to Trump's Tylenol announcement
President Trump on Monday told pregnant women to avoid Tylenol, linking the drug to autism despite criticism from medical experts. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder shares her thoughts on the announcement.
Doctor pushes back on Trump's autism claim
President Trump made a major health announcement on Monday, claiming the use of Tylenol during pregnancy may be linked to autism. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, a board-certified internal medicine physician, joins CBS News with her reaction.
As Trump makes autism announcement, Tylenol maker and medical experts push back
The Trump administration announced it believes acetaminophen is linked to autism risk, but the maker of Tylenol and medical experts have strongly pushed back on the claims.
Trump's announcement on pregnancy and Tylenol
President Trump announced Monday the FDA believes pregnant women should not take acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, claiming there could be a link between the medication and autism, despite objections from medical experts. Ed O'Keefe reports on the announcement and Dr. Jon LaPook tries to answer the lingering questions.
Breaking down Trump's claims on Tylenol, autism
President Trump announced on Monday that the FDA believes the use of acetaminophen -- the active ingredient in Tylenol and many cold and flu medications -- during pregnancy can be associated with an increased risk of autism, though medical experts have said the medication is safe. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the details. Then, Dr. Steven Fleischman, president of the American College of Obstetricians, joins with his reaction to the news.
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