After President Donald Trump warned pregnant women not to take Tylenol, citing unproven links between acetaminophen and rising rates of autism, the Washington State Department of Health said established research indicates the drug is safe to take.

"Years of research have shown that acetaminophen is a safe and reliable treatment for fever and mild pain, including when used during pregnancy," the Washington State Department of Health said in a Facebook post on Sept. 23. "DOH also reaffirms that vaccines remain a critical tool for protecting maternal and child health."

The health department said it's reviewing the "materials presented" by the White House and continues to recommend that pregnant people ask their doctors about taking medications during pregnancy.

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