Trump Posts Disputed Medical Advice on Tylenol, Vaccines on Truth Social

President Donald Trump recently posted controversial medical advice on his Truth Social platform, cautioning pregnant women against using Tylenol unless absolutely necessary and advising against giving it to young children. He also suggested breaking up the combined MMR vaccine into separate shots and delaying the Hepatitis B vaccine until age 12, recommendations that contradict established medical guidelines and expert consensus. His post, which included a misspelling of "hepatitis" as "hepatitas," drew widespread criticism from public health experts and political figures such as California Governor Gavin Newsom, who mocked both the spelling error and the unfounded medical claims. Experts emphasized that Tylenol is considered safe during pregnancy and for children when used appropriately, and that the CDC recommends early Hepatitis B vaccination and the combined MMR vaccine to ensure effective immunization. Many commentators also highlighted the potential public health risks posed by spreading misinformation, noting that Trump's advice was widely debunked and could lead to lower vaccination rates and increased health risks. Overall, the backlash underscored the dangers of non-expert medical advice disseminated by influential public figures.