Pres. Trump ties autism to over-the-counter drug

Pres. Trump ties autism to over-the-counter drug

President Donald Trump said at the White House today that taking the common pain relief drug Tylenol during pregnancy can lead to an increased risk of autism for unborn babies, due to the drug's active ingredient acetaminophen. Scientists are highly skeptical of the claim, arguing previous studies have been inconclusive. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more from Dr. Evan Nadler, who is a Pediatric Surgeon and Researcher.

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