Massachusetts § 118 - Discrimination against treatment of venereal diseases
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 118 — Discrimination against treatment of venereal diseases, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 118. Discrimination against treatment of venereal diseases
Section 118. No discrimination shall be made against the treatment of venereal diseases, as defined under section six, in any general hospital supported by taxation in any city or town where special hospitals, other than hospitals connected with penal institutions, are not provided for the treatment of such diseases at public expense; but any such hospital may establish a separate ward for their treatment.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 118
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 118 cover?
Section 118 ("Discrimination against treatment of venereal diseases") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 118?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 118 apply to my situation?
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