Court Revives Autism and ADHD Lawsuits Against Tylenol.

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A federal appeals court has reinstated lawsuits claiming Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism and ADHD.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: A U.S. appeals court has overturned a previous dismissal of lawsuits against Tylenol manufacturers, allowing claims that the drug’s use during pregnancy is linked to autism and ADHD to proceed. The court found that the lower court improperly excluded scientific evidence presented by the plaintiffs’ expert witnesses.📰 DETAIL: The decision comes amid ongoing debate over the safety of acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, known as paracetamol in Europe, during pregnancy. While some studies suggest a potential risk, major pharmaceutical corporations and medical organizations maintain that Tylenol has not been proven unsafe for pregnant women. The appeals court emphasized that their ruling does not establish a causal link but rather addresses the admissibility of expert testimony.💬 KEY QUOTE: “We look forward to presenting that evidence to a jury.” – Ashley Keller, attorney for the plaintiffs.🎯 IMPACT: The ruling revives hundreds of lawsuits and could influence how courts handle scientific evidence in similar cases. It also highlights the ongoing scientific and political debate surrounding the safety of common medications during pregnancy amid an unprecedented and sustained rise in autism diagnoses.📺 FLASHBACK: President Donald J. Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “strongly recommend that women limit Tylenol use during pregnancy unless medically necessary” in September.