Section 1-3 - Confidentiality of Information (a) All records pertaining to reportable diseases and conditions are confidential and except as otherwise required by law shall not be disclosed unless the disclosure: - (i) Is for statistical purposes and the information is released in a manner that does not reveal personal identifiers; or
- (ii) Is necessary for the exclusive administration and enforcement of these rules and regulations and/or Wyoming state statutes; or
- (iii) Is preceded by the written consent of the infected individual specifying where the information shall be sent; or
- (iv) Is for notification of health care employees as necessary to protect life and health.
- (v) Is pursuant to a civil action for negligent or intentional infection of or exposure to a listed reportable disease or condition.
- (vi) Is pursuant to a criminal prosecution for the criminal infection of or exposure to a listed reportable disease or condition.
(b) Regardless of patient consent, the Health Officer and/or authorized designee shall have access to medical records and other information pertaining to individuals covered by this Act.