President Donald Trump has announced that he will reveal a significant medical and scientific finding related to autism on Monday, claiming that this discovery could offer an answer to the condition. The Trump administration had previously announced plans to investigate the causes of autism by September as part of a large research initiative. Trump emphasized the potential impact of the announcement, describing it as one of the biggest in the nation’s history.
Additional details on the announcement were not immediately available, and the White House has not yet provided further information. The administration is also expected to issue guidance cautioning pregnant women against using Tylenol during pregnancy, except in cases of fever, based on ongoing studies into its potential link to autism. While the drug manufacturer has defended the safety of acetaminophen, the administration’s stance on the issue has sparked debate. This follows the release of a CDC report indicating that autism prevalence rates have been rising in the U.S., with the agency attributing the trend to improved diagnostic practices rather than environmental factors.
Meanwhile, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suggested that environmental toxins may be the root cause of autism, accusing certain entities of profiting from the spread of these toxins. Kennedy’s views have added to the existing debate over the causes of autism, as the administration continues to explore potential connections between environmental exposures and the condition. The upcoming announcement is expected to draw significant attention, as it may offer new insights into the complex nature of autism and its potential prevention or treatment.