juvenile health

The state health department's Children’s Special Health Care Services is processing enrollments for newly expanded coverage for people 26 and younger. This coverage is intended to provide help for families with children or young adults with chronic or complex medical conditions.

The Michigan Office of Children's Ombudsman is now the Office of the Child Advocate. It adds oversight of child welfare within the juvenile justice system to its duties.

Today, a new law to minimize distracted driving. Then, Wayne County's improvements to conditions at its juvenile detention center. Also, the finale of the Detroit incinerator. Plus, a new MSU art exhibit exploring work and home.

Today we discussed an investigation into the recent spike in juvenile shootings in Detroit. We also heard about Benton Harbor's success replacing lead water pipes. Plus, a conversation with an Oxford High School parent who's running for office.

A new University of Michigan study finds a large percentage of children with diabetes are not getting necessary vision exams.Dr. Joshua Stein is with the…