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A U.S. appeals court has revived private lawsuits alleging a link between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and autism/ADHD, reversing a district court that had excluded expert testimony. The panel says the doctors’ methodologies reflect scientific disagreement and are admissible, returning the case to ongoing proceedings.
Saphier has been nominated to serve as surgeon general. She is navigating questions about vaccine policy, credentials, and potential conflicts of interest as lawmakers scrutinize her readiness to lead public health messaging.