§13–5101. 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.