Study: Tylenol could put unborn children at risk of asthma

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Friday, February 12, 2016
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A popular pain reliever for pregnant woman could be putting their children at a greater risk of asthma.

A new study found pre-natal exposure to acetaminophen, brand named Tylenol, led to a 13 percent increase in risk.

The Centers for Disease Control says 65 percent of pregnant women use acetaminophen.

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