The Secretary shall investigate:
(1) The causes of disease and, particularly, the causes of epidemics;
(2) The causes of mortality; and
(3) The influence of locality, employment, habit, and other conditions on health.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 1 - General Responsibilities of Secretary
Section 18-101 - Investigations Into Causes of Disease and Mortality
Section 18-102 - Infectious and Contagious Diseases
Section 18-103 - Communicable Diseases
Section 18-105 - Toxic Substances
Section 18-106 - Lead Poisoning Screening Program
Section 18-107 - Diseases of Pregnancy and Childhood
Section 18-108 - Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children