Under the current childhood immunization schedule, children may receive as many as 24 immunizations by their second birthday.

A Jan. 16 report from the Institute of Medicine confirms that the recommended childhood immunization schedule is safe and provides the best protection for children from infectious diseases, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

A new strain of norovirus called GII.4 Sydney was the leading cause of norovirus outbreaks in the United States from September to December 2012, according to a study published in a Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The new strain was detected in Australia in March 2012 and caused outbreaks in that country and several other countries.

Whole grain.

Current standards for classifying foods as whole grain are inconsistent and in some cases misleading, according to a new study by Harvard School of Public Health researchers.

The study empirically evaluated the healthfulness of whole grain foods based on five commonly used industry and government definitions.

Dr. Mark R. Paiste, D.O.

Dr. Mark R. Paiste, D.O., a hand, wrist and microvascular surgeon, has joined Shore Orthopaedic University Associates, the group recently announced.

“I feel it is important to help patients truly understand their condition and to offer guidance in their decision on treatment options. My particular interest and subspecialty training is in treating disorders of the hand, wrist, and upper extremity,” Paiste said. “As a physician and surgeon I am dedicated to helping patients return to doing the activities they need or love to do."

Pictured from left are Lynne Dubler, auxiliary 1st vice president, Anne Burrows, auxiliary president, Marie Sluberski, auxiliary 2nd vice president, Joanne Carrocino, president and CEO of Cape Regional Medical Center, Dan Borawski, auxiliary treasurer, Dr. David Cho, radiation oncologist, Joanne Robeson, auxiliary secretary, and Arlene MacDonald, the chairman of the Cape Regional Medical Center Foundation.

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE – The Cape Regional Medical Center Auxiliary will pledge $1 million to the Thomas and Claire Brodesser, Jr., Cancer Center Capital Campaign.

“On behalf of the entire membership of the Cape Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, it is our pleasure to pledge $1 million to the Capital Campaign,” said Anne Burrows, president of the auxiliary. “With the addition of our second EtCetera Shop in North Cape May, we feel confident in our pledge in the fight against cancer in Cape May County.”