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Insight with John Ferrugia: Kids in Cuffs

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Insight with John Ferrugia: Kids in Cuffs

Season 1 Episode 7 | 26m 40s | CC

A little-known virus causes called CMV—cytomegalovirus—is a leading cause of hearing loss in infants. In extreme cases, babies will develop blindness, cerebral palsy or epilepsy, and even die. Should Colorado require CMV testing as other states do? Plus, growing calls to reform Colorado’s youth corrections program. An RMPBS investigation found the state is paying millions in workman’s comp claims.

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