§ 43-34-61. Purpose
The General Assembly finds and declares that the practice of acupuncture in Georgia affects the public health, safety, and welfare and that it is necessarily a proper subject of regulation and control. History. Code 1981, § 43-34-61 , enacted by Ga. L. 2000, p. 538, § 1; Ga. L. 2009, p. 859, § 1/HB 509. […]
§ 43-34-62. Definitions
As used in this article, the term: “Acupuncture” means a form of therapy developed from traditional and modern Oriental concepts for health care that employs Oriental medical techniques, treatment, and adjunctive therapies for the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health and the prevention of disease. “Auricular (ear) detoxification therapy” means the insertion of disposable acupuncture […]
§ 43-34-63. Power and Responsibility of the Board
The board, in consultation with the advisory committee, shall have the power and responsibility to: Determine the qualifications and fitness of applicants for licensure and renewal of licensure; Adopt and revise rules consistent with the laws of this state that are necessary to conduct its business, carry out its duties, and administer this article; Examine […]