WHO calls for caution on autism and acetaminophen claims

WHO calls for caution on autism and acetaminophen claims

The World Health Organization is urging people to be cautious before drawing conclusions about an association between the prenatal use of acetaminophen and autism.

WHO Reaffirms No Proven Link Between Autism and Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reiterated that there is currently no conclusive scientific evidence linking the use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol or Panadol) during pregnancy to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. This clarification comes amid ongoing debates and new developments, including a recent move by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to update warning labels on acetaminophen, citing emerging data a…