Maryland § 13-5101 - IN EFFECT

§ 13-5101. IN EFFECT

    IN EFFECT

    // EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026 PER CHAPTER 787 OF 2024 //

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

    (b)    “Commission” means the Commission on Public Health.

    (c)    “Foundational public health services” includes:

        (1)    The following foundational areas:

            (i)    Communicable disease control;

            (ii)    Chronic disease and injury prevention;

            (iii)    Environmental public health;

            (iv)    Maternal, child, and family health; and

            (v)    Access to and linkage with clinical care; and

        (2)    The following foundational capabilities:

            (i)    Assessment and surveillance;

            (ii)    Community partnership development;

            (iii)    Equity;

            (iv)    Organizational competencies;

            (v)    Policy development and support;

            (vi)    Accountability and performance management;

            (vii)    Emergency preparedness and response; and

            (viii)    Communications.