Service
Forensic Nursing Services
Provided by Island Health
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Forensic Nursing Services
Offers free, confidential health care to individuals of all ages and genders who have experienced intentional violence, including elder abuse, physical abuse, intimate partner violence or sexual assault within the last seven days. Can also see patients beyond 7 days if there are injuries that can be documented. Services include compassionate and culturally sensitive care, unbiased assistance helping patients make informed decisions about their health care, examination and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy, collection of forensic samples (with consent), liaison with the legal system (with consent), and referrals for follow-up care. Service is offered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, through emergency departments and urgent care centres. No referral or appointment required. Locations and contact details can be found on the website.
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Administration Office, 1952 Bay Street
Victoria, BC, V8R 1J8