RSA 141-A:2: Definitions.

As used in this chapter:

I. "Critical health problem" means any of the following:

(a) Lead poisoning.

(b) Reye's syndrome.

(c) A disease, condition, or procedure relating to public health which is determined by the commissioner to be of particular concern or importance as a critical health problem in this state, being in need of greater research, study, and statistical analysis.

II. "Commissioner" means the commissioner of the department of health and human services.

III. [Repealed.]

IV. "Facility" means a governmental or private agency, department, institution, clinic, laboratory, hospital, or a health maintenance organization, association, or other similar unit designated by the commissioner.