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Study refutes Trump, RFK Jr. claims linking Tylenol to autism

A recent study has debunked claims made by Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. linking Tylenol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy to autism. Following these public statements, there was a documented decrease in Tylenol usage among pregnant individuals. AI

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Study refutes Trump, RFK Jr. claims linking Tylenol to autism

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    📰 Trump and RFK Jr. still wrong about Tylenol and autism, another study finds After Trump's claims, Tylenol usage dropped during pregnancies. 📰 Source: Ars Tech

    📰 Trump and RFK Jr. still wrong about Tylenol and autism, another study finds After Trump's claims, Tylenol usage dropped during pregnancies. 📰 Source: Ars Technica 🔗 Link: https://arstechnica.com/health/2026/07/trump-and-rfk-jr-still-wrong-about-tylenol-and-autism-another-study-…