Maryland Health - General Section 18-333

      (a)      (1)      The Secretary shall establish and promote a statewide public information program on acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).

            (2)      The public information program shall:

                  (i)      Attempt to reach individuals at risk for contracting AIDS;

                  (ii)      Encourage those individuals at risk for contracting AIDS to take the necessary precautions to prevent transmission of the HTLV-III virus; and

                  (iii)      Include any other aspects that the Secretary considers appropriate.

      (b)      The Secretary shall establish a program to train physicians, physician's assistants, nurses, and other health professionals in:

            (1)      Diagnosing and treating AIDS or other conditions associated with AIDS; and

            (2)      Methods to prevent the transmission of the HTLV-III virus.

      (c)      To carry out this section, the Secretary:

            (1)      On request, shall receive the help of or information from any agency of this State or of a political subdivision; and

            (2)      May contract for any necessary services.

      (d)      The Secretary may set a sliding fee schedule for services provided under this section.