Except as otherwise provided by law, the cabinet shall administer all provisions of law relating to public health; shall enforce all public health laws and all regulations of the secretary; shall supervise and assist all local boards of health and departments; shall do all other things reasonably necessary to protect and improve the health of the people; and may cooperate with federal and other health agencies and organizations in matters relating to public health.
History: Amended 1974 Ky. Acts ch. 74, Art. VI, sec. 107(1). — Created 1954 Ky. Acts ch. 157, sec. 4.