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Despite lack of evidence, Trump suggests link between acetaminophen use and autism

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By Jon Hamilton,

Leila Fadel

Published September 23, 2025 at 1:13 AM PDT

The Trump administration announced Monday that the FDA will be updating drug labelling to discourage the use of acetaminophen by pregnant women, suggesting a link between the painkiller and autism.

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Jon Hamilton

Jon Hamilton is a correspondent for NPR's Science Desk. Currently he focuses on neuroscience and health risks.

Leila Fadel

Leila Fadel is a host of Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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