Seek Medical Attention within 72 Hours
After unwanted physical contact, get medical attention. A medical provider can check for and treat physical injury, sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. Options available to Hastings College students:
Hastings College Health Center
Charles L. Stone Health Center
843 N. Turner Ave.
Hastings, NE 68901
Hours: 8 am to noon and 1 to 5 pm
402.461.7372
A sexual assault forensic exam is also an option and is administered by specifically trained nurses at Mary Lanning Hospital. This kit will collect physical evidence that can be used at a later time in a criminal case. Even though this is a hard first step to take, it is crucial to do before showering or changing, within the first 72 hours. An advocate from SASA Crisis Center of Hastings can assist a victim/survivor with information on the process of the exam and can assist with the cost if needed. If the victim/survivor goes to the hospital emergency room be aware that by Nebraska law requires the emergency room staffs to notify the police of any wound or injury of violence. If the victim is age 19 or under, parents must also be notified.
Mary Lanning Healthcare Emergency Room
715 North St. Joseph Ave
Hastings, NE 68901
402.463.4521
