Trump Spreads Unfounded Theories About Autism Cause in Children Again - Trump and Kennedy Spark Autism Debate With Paracetamol and Circumcision Claims
Former US President Donald Trump and his former health minister, Kennedy, have sparked controversy by suggesting links between autism and common practices such as taking Acetaminophen during pregnancy and infant circumcision. Experts have dismissed these claims, citing lack of strong scientific evidence.
Trump initially claimed in September 2020 that Acetaminophen use during pregnancy could increase autism risk in children. Later, he and Kennedy suggested a link between autism and circumcision, with Acetaminophen use after the procedure potentially playing a role. However, critics argue that these claims are not supported by robust evidence.
Autism expert Tager-Flusberg has dismissed these claims, stating that studies do not show a link between Acetaminophen use and autism when considering other factors. Despite this, Trump advised against taking Tylenol (Acetaminophen) during pregnancy and giving it to babies after birth. Kennedy, known for anti-vaccine positions and public conspiracy theories, announced plans to investigate the causes of an alleged autism 'epidemic' in the US, raising concerns from experts.
A 2015 study from Denmark, often cited by circumcision theory proponents, has methodological flaws, including a small sample size and potential confounding factors. Current studies show that taking Acetaminophen during pregnancy is safe and not associated with autism risk, attention disorders, or intellectual disability in children.
While Trump and Kennedy have raised concerns about Acetaminophen use and autism, these claims are not supported by strong scientific evidence. Experts urge caution and advise following established medical guidelines for Acetaminophen use during pregnancy and infancy.
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