Donald Trump's comments about paracetamol 'pose a real threat to public health'

US president Donald Trump advised pregnant women — without evidence — to stop taking the drug because of an increased risk of children being autistic.  Picture: Carla Feric

Donald Trump's claims about paracetamol causing autism pose a real threat to the wellbeing of children and pregnant women, experts have warned.

The US president advised pregnant women — without evidence — to stop taking the drug because of an increased risk of children being autistic.