The following words and terms when used in this chapter shall have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

1. (1) AIDS and HIV Infection - Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection are as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States Public Health Service and in accordance with the Health and Safety Code §81.101. The publication designating the most current definition may be requested from: Texas Department of Health, HIV/STD Epidemiology Division, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756.
2. (2) Chancroid, Chlamydia trachomatis infection, gonorrhea and syphilis - These diseases are as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States Public Health Service. The publication designating the most current definition may be requested from: Texas Department of Health, HIV/STD Epidemiology Division, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756.
3. (3) Sexually transmitted disease - An infection, with or without symptoms or clinical manifestations, that is or may be transmitted from one person to another during or as a result of sexual relations, and that produces or might produce a disease in, or otherwise impair, the health of either person, or might cause an infection or disease in a fetus in utero or a newborn. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), chancroid, Chlamydia trachomatis infection, gonorrhea, HIV infection, and syphilis are sexually transmitted diseases reportable under these rules.

Source Note:The provisions of this §97.131 adopted to be effective January 1, 1999, 23 TexReg 12668.