Minnesota begins newborn screenings for a common cause of birth defects
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Minnesota has started screening all newborns for congenital cytomegalovirus. Officials say the state is the first in the nation to do so universally. This is a morning MPR News update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.
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