F.D.A.’s Approval of Drug for Autism Upends Review Process

The agency revived an old treatment for cancer patients, unilaterally approving it for a subset of people with autism. Experts worry that the narrower scope will get lost in the hype.

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F.D.A. to Relabel Leucovorin for Autism Treatment

The F.D.A. announced Monday that it would change the drug’s label to reflect potential benefits in reducing autism symptoms.

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Trump Announcement Said to Focus on Unproven Link Between Tylenol and Autism

A federal report on Monday is expected to point to acetaminophen, the active ingredient in painkillers like Tylenol. But research into a possible connection has yielded mixed results.

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How Healthy Are Chickpeas?

If you want to incorporate more plants into your diet, these legumes are a good place to start.

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