Trump pregnancy warning: What experts say about paracetamol risks
Paracetamol in pregnancy: What you actually need to know when headlines create alarm Understanding the evidence behind claims that paracetamol causes autism – and why media panic isn’t the same as medical guidance When US President Donald Trump told pregnant women to “tough it out” without paracetamol, citing an unproven link to autism, the reaction […]
Gestational diabetes linked to autism in study: what scientists say
A major study involving more than nine million pregnancies has suggested a possible link between gestational diabetes and an increased risk of ADHD and autism in children. A/Prof Alex Polyakov explains that while there appears to be “a signal,” the research cannot prove cause and effect. He highlights that genetics remain the strongest driver of […]
Trump to link Tylenol use in pregnant women to autism as president promises ‘amazing’ announcement
US President Donald Trump made headlines with comments linking paracetamol use during pregnancy to autism and urged pregnant women to avoid it unless necessary — sparking controversy among scientists and health experts. In The Independent, A/Prof Alex Polyakov weighs in on what the evidence really shows: breaking down what current studies can and can’t tell […]