Scientists Criticize Trump and RFK Jr. for Misinformation on Autism and Vaccines

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The article discusses how political figures like Trump and RFK Jr. have made misleading claims linking Tylenol and vaccines to autism, despite scientific evidence refuting these links. Experts warn that such misinformation could harm public health efforts and undermine trust in scientific research, while the government faces criticism for politicizing autism research and reducing transparency.
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- Tylenol's maker denies Trump claims that acetaminophen use in pregnancy causes autism Axios
- President Trump, Secretary Kennedy Announce Bold Actions to Tackle Autism Epidemic HHS.gov
- Tylenol maker rebounds a day after Trump’s unfounded claims about its safety AP News
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