Miss. Code Ann. § 73-71-31: Miss. Code Ann. § 73-71-31

(1) Acupuncture practitioners shall comply with all applicable public health laws of this state.

(2) Sanitation practices shall include:

(a) Hands shall be washed with soap and water or other disinfectant between treatment of different patients;

(b) Skin in the area of penetration shall be swabbed with alcohol or other germicidal solution before inserting needles;

(c) Needles and other equipment used in the practice of acupuncture shall be sterilized before using;

(d) Needles and other hazardous waste shall be disposed of in a manner prescribed by law; and

(e) Other sanitation practices shall be observed to insure health and safety of patients, as prescribed by the board.