Up First from NPR Autism and Tylenol, Jimmy Kimmel Returns, Trump At The UN
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Sep 23, 2025 President Trump fuels controversy by promoting dubious links between Tylenol, vaccines, and autism while dismissing scientific warnings. Meanwhile, ABC reinstates Jimmy Kimmel's show after a brief suspension due to his comments. The podcast also covers Trump's presence at the U.N. General Assembly, where increasing support for Palestine is putting U.S. diplomacy to the test. Dive into these intriguing stories and more!
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Use Tylenol In Pregnancy Only As Needed
- Consider using acetaminophen during pregnancy only when clinically necessary and after discussing risks with a clinician.
- Avoid assuming label changes reflect definitive scientific proof without formal FDA review.
Uncertain Link Between Tylenol And Autism
- Studies show mixed links between prenatal acetaminophen and autism, so causation remains unproven.
- The FDA acknowledged possible association but also said acetaminophen can be reasonable in some pregnancy scenarios.
Sibling Studies Weaken The Association
- Observational pregnancy studies show associations but lack randomized trials to prove causation.
- Sibling-based analyses weaken the acetaminophen-autism correlation, suggesting genetics play a larger role.