WHO statement on autism-related issues
September 24, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that there is currently no conclusive scientific evidence confirming a possible link between autism and use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy. Globally, nearly 62 million people (1 in 127) have autism spectrum disorder, a diverse group of conditions related to development of the brain. Although awareness and diagnosis have improved in re…
Original Source: https://www.who.int/news/item/24-09-2025-who-statement-on-autism-related-issues