The Brian Lehrer Show Vaccine Status and Other Public Health News
Sep 23, 2025
Chelsea Cirruzzo, Washington correspondent for STAT News, dives into important public health discussions. She explores the White House’s recent press conference addressing autism and acetaminophen, shedding light on the complexities in communication around health issues. Cirruzzo also reviews the latest ACIP meetings regarding vaccine schedules, highlighting the confusion about federal and state health guidelines. The conversation brims with insights on parental concerns, vaccine access inequities, and the challenges of maintaining herd immunity.
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Acetaminophen Linked But Not Proven
- A Harvard review found an association between long-term acetaminophen use in pregnancy and developmental disorders but did not prove causation.
- Researchers and the FDA call for caution and more study rather than a definitive causal claim.
Consult Your Doctor Before Taking Tylenol
- The FDA advised pregnant people to take the lowest effective acetaminophen dose for the shortest time and consult their doctor.
- The president's stronger
Leucovorin Reapproved For Some Autism-Related Uses
- The FDA reapproved leucovorin as a therapy linked to treating cerebral folate deficiency tied to some developmental disorders.
- HHS said they will work to ensure access for children on federal insurance like Medicaid and CHIP.