New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn’t raise the risk of autism despite Donald Trump’s claims

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 16, 2026, 8:04 p.m.
Last Updated Jan. 16, 2026, 8:04 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/16/new-research-tylenol-autism-risk-trump/

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A new review of studies has found that taking Tylenol during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities – adding to the growing body of research refuting claims made by the Trump administration. President Donald Trump last year promoted unproven ties between th...