The Department of Public Health and county boards of health are empowered to conduct studies, research, and training appropriate to the prevention of diseases and accidents, the use and control of toxic materials, and the prevention of environmental conditions which, if permitted to develop or continue, would likely endanger the health of individuals or communities.
O.C.G.A. § 31-12-1
Power to conduct research and studies
— Code 1933, § 88-1201, enacted by Ga
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