§ 13–5101
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 13-5101 (2026)
Title 13. Miscellaneous Health Care Programs
Subtitle 51. Commission on Public Health
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(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.