Section 18-333 - Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) Research and Information Program. - Maryland Statutes

§ 18-333. Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) Research and Information Program.
 

(a)  Establishment; contents of Program.-  

(1) The Secretary shall establish and promote a statewide public information program on acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). 

(2) The public information program shall: 

(i) Attempt to reach individuals at risk for contracting AIDS; 

(ii) Encourage those individuals at risk for contracting AIDS to take the necessary precautions to prevent transmission of the HTLV-III virus; and 

(iii) Include any other aspects that the Secretary considers appropriate. 

(b)  Training programs.- The Secretary shall establish a program to train physicians, physician's assistants, nurses, and other health professionals in: 

(1) Diagnosing and treating AIDS or other conditions associated with AIDS; and 

(2) Methods to prevent the transmission of the HTLV-III virus. 

(c)  Additional powers of Secretary.- To carry out this section, the Secretary: 

(1) On request, shall receive the help of or information from any agency of this State or of a political subdivision; and 

(2) May contract for any necessary services. 

(d)  Fees.- The Secretary may set a sliding fee schedule for services provided under this section. 

(e)  Annual report.- Repealed by Acts 1994, ch. 662, § 6, effective October 1, 1994. 
 

[1986, ch. 299; 1989, ch. 5, § 1; 1994, ch. 662, § 6.]