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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.
Avel eCare, based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has been providing telehealth services since 1993. It recently added teleSANE to its offerings.
Some rural residents must travel hours for a sexual assault exam. Specialized telehealth services are expanding so they can obtain care closer to home.
Many small, rural communities are using telehealth nurses to help with sexual assault examinations.
Research shows SANE programs encourage psychological healing, provide comprehensive health care, allow for professional evidence collection, and improve the chance of a successful prosecution.