The mounting evidence linking acetaminophen to autism cannot be ignored any longer. Multiple studies have shown associations between Tylenol use during pregnancy and neurodevelopmental disorders, with some research indicating up to 80% increased risk. The Trump administration is courageously following the science and protecting American families by issuing necessary health guidance about this widely used medication that has been pushed on pregnant women and newborns for decades without proper safety validation.

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