Autism Diagnoses Rise: Broader Criteria, Not Epidemic | JQJO

The Trump administration announced a new safety label on acetaminophen products suggesting a link to autism, despite weak scientific evidence. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to examine vaccines' role, a widely discredited claim. While autism diagnoses have risen, this is attributed to broader diagnostic criteria and increased awareness, not an actual surge in cases. Experts emphasize the expanded definition of autism and increased screening contribute to the higher prevalence rates, highlighting a need for accurate information and appropriate support.