§ 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 -- Repealed by Acts 1994, ch. 662, § 6, effective October 1, 1994.

HISTORY: 1986, ch. 299; 1989, ch. 5, § 1; 1994, ch. 662, § 6.