§ 18–802

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 18-802 (2026)

Title 18. Disease Prevention

Subtitle 8. Oral Health Program

(a)

In consultation with dental care providers, the Secretary shall develop and implement ongoing oral cancer educational programs in the State:

(1)

To train health care providers to screen and properly refer patients with oral cancers; and

(2)

To promote smoking cessation with a primary focus of meeting the needs of high-risk underserved populations.

(b)

The programs developed and implemented under subsection (a) of this section shall address:

(1)

The risk factors that lead to oral cancer;

(2)

The signs and symptoms of oral cancer;

(3)

The high-risk behaviors that may lead to oral cancer; and

(4)

The accessibility of screening to detect oral cancer.