A Trump administration decision to repurpose an old chemotherapy drug for autism has surprised many experts — including the physician who recently proposed the idea. Dr. Richard Frye tells The Associated Press he was surprised by Monday’s abrupt announcement promoting a generic drug as an option for autism. The Arizona-based child neurologist had been discussing further research and development of a new version specifically for autistic patients. Instead, the Trump administration said it would relabel existing versions already on the market. It’s another example of the haphazard rollout of the administration’s autism announcement, which has alarmed many physicians, researchers and parents. The Republican administration hasn't responded to a Wednesday request for comment.
Trump's 'tough it out' advice to expectant moms is the latest example of men opining on women's pain
President Donald Trump has become the latest in a long line of men to opine on women's pain when he told expectant moms to “tough it out” without Tylenol. Speaking at a news conference Monday, he suggested that expectant mothers should endure discomfort rather than use acetaminophen, a common painkiller allowed during pregnancy. Critics, including women’s rights advocates, argue his comments dismiss women's pain and lack evidence linking Tylenol to autism or ADHD. Trump's former surgeon general, Jerome Adams, and physician Nicole B. Saphier criticized the remarks as patronizing. They stressed the importance of medical supervision when taking acetaminophen, noting that untreated pain can pose serious risks.
President Donald Trump has announced his administration is recommending women limit Tylenol use during pregnancy unless necessary. He claims Tylenol is linked to autism, but experts criticize this as unfounded. Trump also made several erroneous statements including incorrectly stating the history of autism rates and that vaccines play a role. Additionally, medical professionals emphasize that Tylenol is safe during pregnancy when needed. They warn that untreated fevers can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby.
Shares of Tylenol maker Kenvue are bouncing back sharply before the opening bell a day after President Donald Trump promoted unproven and in some cases discredited ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism. Trump told pregnant women not to use the painkiller around a dozen times during the White House news conference Monday. The drugmaker tumbled 7.5%. Shares have regained most of those losses early Tuesday in premarket trading.
President Donald Trump is using the platform of the presidency to promote unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism. Speaking Monday from the White House, the president said women should not take acetaminophen, also known by the brand name Tylenol, “during the entire pregnancy.” He also raised unfounded concerns about vaccines. The Trump administration has been under immense pressure from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s diverse Make America Healthy Again movement to provide answers on the causes of the marked increase in autism cases in the U.S. in recent years. Monday's announcement included the launching of an effort to study the causes of the complex brain disorder.
Dr. Trump? The president reprises his COVID era, this time sharing unproven medical advice on autism
President Donald Trump isn't a doctor. But he played one on TV Monday, offering copious amounts of unproven medical advice that he suggested -- without providing evidence -- might help reduce autism rates. Trump suggested pregnant women avoid Tylenol, despite the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists endorsing it as safe. Speaking alongside vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump also recommended spreading out key immunizations for newborns. He claimed, without evidence, a link between autism and acetaminophen. His statements drew criticism from actual medical experts and recalled the unfounded claims he tossed out during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.
Many doctors and scientists were reeling after President Donald Trump went on TV to insist that pregnant women should never take Tylenol and revive debunked theories about vaccines and autism. Trump on Monday went beyond his own health regulators' more modest advice that doctors “should consider minimizing" the painkiller's use during pregnancy because of inconclusive research. Brain experts know there is no single cause of autism and say the rhetoric ignores decades of science into the genetic and environmental factors that can play a role. Autism rates are rising, but largely because of an expanded definition, more awareness and more screening.
Trump uses platform of presidency to promote unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism without new evidence.
Trump suggests Tylenol during pregnancy can contribute to higher autism risk, a link experts say is unproven.
President Donald Trump says billionaires like Rupert Murdoch and Michael Dell could be part of deal in which the U.S. will take control of TikTok. Trump discussed the deal on Fox News, highlighting the potential involvement of Murdoch and his son Lachlan. He also mentioned Oracle founder Larry Ellison’s involvement. The deal aims to keep TikTok operating in the U.S. amid concerns about data security and manipulation by Chinese authorities. Congress has passed legislation for a TikTok ban, but Trump has signed orders allowing it to operate while negotiations continue. Trump credits TikTok for helping him connect with young voters.