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A recent systematic review and meta-analysis reveals a considerable burden of otitis media (OM) in China that is often overlooked. At present, the most common bacterial pathogen identified is Streptococcus pneumoniae (S pneumoniae).

Use of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) for ≥24 months increases the risk of fracture in older patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB), reports a study.

Post-exposure prophylaxis with the probiotic Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) led to prolonged time to COVID-19 infection, reduced incidence of symptoms, and gut microbiome changes, but not overall incidence, a study suggests.