RFK Jr. Says No Definitive Proof Tylenol Causes Autism But 'Very Suggestive'

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Above: Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in the Oval Office of the White House on Oct. 16, 2025. Image copyright: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

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Democratic narrative

It's a great sign that RFK Jr. is hedging his previous misguided claims linking acetaminophen to autism. The health secretary's statements about Tylenol and autism are based on deeply flawed research that autism experts have thoroughly debunked. The studies he references use appalling methods, with tiny sample sizes, and fail to control for critical factors such as genetics and diagnostic practices.

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Republican narrative

Media outlets have misrepresented RFK Jr.'s position on Tylenol and autism, falsely claiming he stated definitive causation. His actual stance is measured — acknowledging suggestive evidence from animal studies and observational research while recommending cautious medical consultation. The approach simply asks physicians to minimize unnecessary use during pregnancy.

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