Hospitals that Provide Forensic Examinations

Hi Oob Talk!

A few weeks ago it came to my attention that not all hospitals provide forensic exams (or they do so on specific days) and therefore sometimes victims of sexual assault are expected to go hours from their location to get one. When I realized this I decided that as a side summer project I would begin compiling a list (by state) of hospitals that off forensic examinations (specifying the days and times), their process, and if any cost is involved. I am a Massachusetts girl so I will begin with the New England area and work my way westward. Although we all know that sexual assault cases are hardly brought to court (and even when they are, the punishment is very light if any), forensic examinations that could yield hard evidence could make it easier to prosecute certain cases and send some of these assholes to jail. For this reason, I am committed to this project. Having a centralized list would be helpful for organizations that do work regarding sexual assault (crisis intervention, policy, community building) to direct those in these situations.

If you have any information that will make this project a success or would like to help please feel free to comment here or send me an email at bsh4@unh.edu.

In feminist solidarity,

Bessem Sarah Bate

oob intern