The Daily Trump, Tylenol and Autism
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Sep 23, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Azeen Ghorayshi, a science reporter for The New York Times, dives into President Trump's controversial claims linking Tylenol and vaccines to autism. Ghorayshi breaks down the misinformation presented during a recent press conference, contrasting it with decades of scientific research. The conversation explores how autism diagnoses have evolved, examining genetic and environmental influences. The episode also touches on the perspectives of autistic individuals and their families in response to these claims.
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Autism Rates Have Risen Dramatically
- The CDC found autism prevalence rose to one in 31 children, a fivefold increase since 2000.
- Azeen Ghorayshi links this rise to diagnosis changes and other factors rather than a single new cause.
Consult Doctors, Not Headlines During Pregnancy
- Do not follow blanket medical directives from unverified public speeches; consult your physician for pregnancy care.
- Azeen Ghorayshi and medical groups advise treating fevers in pregnancy and using recommended guidance.
Correlation ≠ Causation For Tylenol Claims
- No study has proven acetaminophen in pregnancy causes autism; observational studies show correlations, not causation.
- Researchers warn confounding factors like maternal illness or genetics may explain observed links.