North Carolina General Statutes § 130A-224 Department to establish program

To protect and enhance the public health, welfare, and safety, the Department shall establish and administer a comprehensive statewide injury prevention program. The Department shall designate the Division of Public Health as the lead agency for injury prevention activities. The Division of Public Health shall:

(1)        Develop a comprehensive State plan for injury prevention;

(2)        Maintain an injury prevention program that includes data collection, surveillance, and education and promotes injury control activities; and

(3)        Develop collaborative relationships with other State agencies and private and community organizations to establish programs promoting injury prevention. (2007-187, s. 3.)

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