Section R9-6-1101. Definitions

In this Article, unless otherwise specified:

1.        “Primary syphilis” means the initial stage of syphilis infection characterized by the appearance of one or more open sores in the genital area, anus, or mouth of an infected individual.

2.        “Secondary syphilis” means the stage of syphilis infec- tion occurring after primary syphilis and characterized by a rash that does not itch, fever, swollen lymph glands, and fatigue in an infected individual.

3.        “Sexually transmitted diseases” means the same as in

A.R.S. § 13-1415.

4.        “STD” means a sexually transmitted disease or other dis- ease that may be transmitted through sexual contact.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 14 A.A.R.

1502, effective April 1, 2008 (Supp. 08-2).