UW-Madison students who experienced a sexual assault had one place to go in Dane County for a forensic exam, or what’s traditionally known as a rape kit: the emergency room at UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital.
Starting this school year, students have another option. They can schedule an appointment with a sexual assault nurse examiner at the campus health clinic. A victim’s advocate will also be on hand during the exam to answer questions and share resources.
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“We hope these two things together help increase access and make them feel more supported through the whole process,” said UW-Madison professor Kate Walsh, who landed a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice last year to expand post-assault medical and advocacy services on campus.
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August 14, 2021