When people are going through one of the toughest days of their lives after another human has assaulted or abused them, it is comforting to know that specially trained nurses and staff are available in.
For some people who have been raped, the bills for medical forensic exams keep coming despite long-standing federal law and additional protections in several states.
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Some rural residents must travel hours for a sexual assault exam. Specialized telehealth services are expanding so they can obtain care closer to home.