7 h. ago ‘No evidence whatsoever’ Tylenol causes autism as Trump claims, according to experts

Trump has advised pregnant women to ‘tough it out’ rather than take the painkiller

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12 h. ago ‘No evidence whatsoever’ Paracetamol causes autism as Trump claims, according to experts

Trump has advised pregnant women to ‘tough it out’ rather than take the painkiller

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17 h. ago Study on paracetamol use in pregnancy should ‘bring matter to a close’ – experts

Comments by US President Donald Trump were criticised by autism campaigners and scientists in the UK and around the world.

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21 h. ago 'Superstitious' Donald Trump wrong about Covid, aspirin and now autism too

A major review of dozens of scientific studies concludes taking paracetamol during pregnancy is not linked with autism

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27 h. ago Taking paracetamol during pregnancy does NOT increase autism risk, new gold

Paracetamol should remain the go-to painkiller for pregnant women, a major scientific review has ruled, after claims it could raise the risk of autism sparked global controversy.

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27 h. ago Trump claim linking paracetamol during pregnancy to autism rubbished by major new study

Researchers warned avoiding paracetamol might expose mothers to risks associated with untreated pain and fever, such as miscarriage or congenital defects.

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28 h. ago Scientists' verdict on paracetamol use in pregnancy should 'bring matter to a close'

Experts have stressed that paracetamol is safe to use in pregnancy

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28 h. ago Taking paracetamol in pregnancy does NOT increase risk of autism or ADHD, huge study finds

PARACETAMOL during pregnancy does not raise the baby’s risk of autism, ADHD or learning disabilities, a gold standard study has ruled. Experts say it rubbishes President Donald Trump’s “don’t take it” warning that spooked mums-to-be last year. He claimed studies had linked the painkiller to autism but that research is accused of being biased and...

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38 h. ago Everyday foods including cream cheese and wholemeal pasta linked to increased autism risk, startling new study reveals

A preference for wholemeal pasta or cream cheese could increase the risk of autism by subtly influencing the immune system, a controversial new study has suggested.

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42 h. ago Scientists pinpoint hidden cause of high blood pressure, raising hopes for new life

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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55 h. ago Scientists pinpoint certain type of fat found naturally in the body which can help control blood pressure

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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56 h. ago The common diabetes symptom linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study has found that people who experience post-meal blood sugar spikes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

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3 d. ago Dementia timebomb warning as scientists find Alzheimer's proteins in long Covid patients' blood

Persistent brain fog, headaches and changes in smell or taste following Covid infection could signal an increased risk of Alzheimer'sdisease later in life, scientists have warned.

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3 d. ago Scientists identify small changes people can make to live longer

New studies highlight how increases in physical activity can reduce the risk of death

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5 d. ago Forever chemicals are tied to dangerous fatty liver disease in teens, researchers warn

The disease leaves kids at an increased risk of liver cancer and permanent liver scarring

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5 d. ago US plan to exploit Venezuela’s oil could eat up 13% of carbon budget to keep 1.5C limit

Exclusive: ClimatePartner analysis shows how move would risk plunging Earth further into climate catastropheUS plans to exploit Venezuela’s oil reserves could by 2050 consume more than a tenth of the world’s remaining carbon budget to limit global heating to 1.5C, according to an exclusive analysis.The calculation highlights how any moves to further exploit the South American nation’s oil reserves – the largest in the world, at least on paper – would put increasing pressure on climate goals, and risk plunging the Earth further into climate catastrophe. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago London council 'at risk of bankruptcy' to increase tax, fees and charges

The authority has admitted it will not be able to legally balance a budget without a bailout from the government

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9 d. ago Experts warn of cancer risk from additives found in everyday staples like ketchup, pickles and toothpaste: The ingredients to watch out for

An alarming new study has linked several preservatives commonly found in some cured meats, toothpaste, salad dressings, ketchup and mustard with an increased risk of developing cancer.

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9 d. ago Studies link some food preservatives to higher diabetes and cancer risk

Of 17 preservatives studied, higher consumption of 12 of them linked with increased risk of type 2 diabetesHigher consumption of some food preservatives is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cancer, two studies suggest.The findings, published in the medical journals Nature Communications and the BMJ, may have important public health implications given the ubiquitous use of these additives globally, researchers said. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Scientists pinpoint link between eating a diet high in additives and preservatives with increased risk of cancer

An alarming new study has linked several preservatives commonly found in some cured meats, toothpaste, salad dressings, ketchup and mustard with an increased risk of developing cancer.

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