§ 2409. Ovarian cancer information program. 1. There is hereby created
within the department the ovarian cancer information program (referred
to in this section as the "program"), which shall provide information
for consumers, patients, and health care providers relating to ovarian
cancer, including signs and symptoms, risk factors, the benefits of
early detection through appropriate diagnostic testing and treatment
options.

2. The program may include but not be limited to the following
elements:

(a) educational and informational materials in print, audio, video,
electronic, or other media;

(b) public service announcements and advertisements; and

(c) establishment of toll-free telephone hotlines to provide
information.

3. The department shall produce, make available to others for
reproduction, or contract with others to develop the materials mentioned
in this section as the commissioner deems appropriate. These materials
shall be made available to the public free of charge as appropriate or
for a fee under certain circumstances. The commissioner shall require,
where appropriate, health care providers to provide or make these
materials available to patients.

4. In exercising any of his or her powers under this section, the
commissioner shall consult with appropriate health care professionals,
providers, consumers and patients, or organizations representing them.

5. In addition to any state funds appropriated for the program, the
commissioner may accept grants from public or private sources for the
program. The commissioner, in administering this section, shall seek to
coordinate the program with other public and private efforts, and may
undertake joint or cooperative programs with other public or private
entities.

6. The commissioner may make rules and regulations necessary and
appropriate for the implementation of this section.