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Autism Announcement Changes Search Behavior

Online interest in leucovorin, folate products, and acetaminophen-related autism concerns increased markedly in the 2 weeks following the White House announcement.

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  • Kathryn Wighton

  • June 17, 2026

  • 4 min

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    A September 2025 White House announcement on autism led to a 379% increase in Internet searches for leucovorin within two weeks.

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    Searches combining acetaminophen with autism and/or pregnancy surged by 1,322% following the same announcement.

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    The study utilized Google Trends to analyze search behavior from July 28 to October 10, 2025, focusing on the two weeks post-announcement.

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    Investigators noted a significant rise in searches for leucovorin and folinic acid, with purchasing interest increasing by 203%.

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    The study highlighted the rapid influence of high-profile announcements on consumer health behavior and prescribing practices.

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Autism Announcement Changes Search Behavior

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • June 17, 2026

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