Puyallup Tribal Health Authority affirms its commitment to ensuring patients and families have access to accurate, evidence-based information regarding pregnancy and medications. Every pregnancy is unique, and decisions about health should be made with the support of trusted medical providers.
As a Native-led health organization, PTHA’s doctors, staff, and administrators are members of Native and Indigenous communities, or have dedicated their lives and careers to serving them. This connection ensures that care is rooted in cultural understanding while remaining grounded in science and evidence.
Recently, misinformation about the safety of acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy has been circulated by high-profile public figures. PTHA emphasizes that acetaminophen has long been supported by medical research as safe when used as directed during pregnancy. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) continue to recommend its use when clinically indicated.
False or misleading health claims can have serious consequences. They may erode trust, discourage appropriate treatment, and ultimately harm patients. Indigenous communities, in particular, have too often been the target of misinformation and harmful policies by government and medical systems, and PTHA recognizes its responsibility to advocate for the health and safety of Native people.
PTHA encourages all patients to discuss the use of medications, supplements, and traditional medicines directly with their providers. Our organization’s goal is to ensure that patients feel empowered to make informed health decisions for themselves and their families, guided by evidence-based information and culturally informed care.
For More Information:
American College of Obstetricians And Gynecologists: ACOG Affirms Safety and Benefits of Acetaminophen during Pregnancy
American Academy of Pediatrics: Acetaminophen is Safe for Children When Taken as Directed, No Link to Autism