In formulating rules, regulations, or other orders for the establishment of a health district or the carrying out of the purpose of sections 71-1601 to 71-1625 or for the management or control of any property which may come under the care or management of the board, the board and the director selected pursuant to section 71-1616 shall conform at least to the minimum requirements, rules, and regulations of the Department of Health and Human Services and the principles of public health and sanitation and the remedial care and treatment of the indigent sick people recognized by the medical profession.