Following discussions on immigration and tariffs, former U.S. President Donald Trump has ignited a new controversy, this time concerning pregnant women. He asserted that the common pain and fever medication, Tylenol, taken during pregnancy, could elevate the risk of autism in children. Autism is a serious neurological disorder impacting a child’s communication and social interaction abilities. Trump suggested that pregnant women endure pain and fever if possible. This statement has caused a stir within the medical community, as Tylenol has long been considered the safest medication for pregnant women.
Tylenol is the brand name for acetaminophen, a drug extensively used globally to alleviate fever and pain. While other pain relievers, like ibuprofen or aspirin, are deemed risky during pregnancy, doctors have consistently recommended Tylenol as the safest alternative.
Addressing the White House, Trump indicated that the FDA would notify doctors about the potential link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism. He also criticized the practice of administering numerous vaccinations and injections to newborns simultaneously. Trump further questioned the vaccination schedule, suggesting the hepatitis-B vaccine be administered at 12 years of age instead of shortly after birth.
