Apple News Today The weak evidence behind Trump’s autism announcement
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Sep 23, 2025 The podcast dives into Trump’s controversial claims regarding autism treatment, highlighting shaky evidence behind new regulations. It also examines a proposed $100,000 fee for H-1B visas and its potential impact on skilled foreign workers. A gripping story unfolds about a man saved from an organ harvesting mishap, raising concerns about the transplant industry. Additionally, there’s news about Jimmy Kimmel's return, a major NVIDIA-OpenAI deal, and how Build-A-Bear is capitalizing on nostalgia in the stock market.
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Weak Evidence Behind Acetaminophen Claim
- The White House warned against acetaminophen in pregnancy despite no proven causal link to autism.
- Researchers and medical experts say evidence is thin and more study is needed before broad guidance changes.
Talk To Your Doctor About Pain Relief
- Pregnant patients should consult their doctors before using acetaminophen and use low doses for short durations if needed.
- Avoid untreated fever or pain, since those also pose risks to pregnancy and fetal development.
Leucovorin Labeled Too Soon, Researchers Warn
- HHS plans to relabel leucovorin as an FDA-recognized therapy for cerebral folate deficiency tied to autism symptoms.
- Dan Diamond and researchers caution that early studies are small and it's too soon to call it a miracle treatment.