Dr. Barry Dworkin

Large observational study finds correlation between prenatal cholesterol-disrupting meds and higher autism rates; causation not proven.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for April 21, 2026

Source:
Millions of US birth records uncover an autism risk surge tied to common drugs taken during pregnancy

Reference:
Sterol pathway disruption in pregnancy: a link to autism

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