Sexual Assault Treatment Unit
Service: Forensic and medical care following an episode of sexual violence
The Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU) is a safe place that you can go to when you have or think you may have been raped or sexually assaulted. We look after all genders and gender identities, aged 14 years and over.
Each member of staff in the unit has received specialised training to provide care and treatment to you in a respectful, person-centred, non-judgmental environment. There are six units in Ireland. They are in Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Mullingar and Waterford.
The team consists of an experienced nurse or doctor who is specially trained as a forensic examiner, a support healthcare worker and a psychological support worker. We will talk about the different options of care that you may wish to avail of such as, medical and sexual health care e.g. emergency contraception to prevent a pregnancy, medication for the prevention of sexually transmitted infections and minor wound care management. You will also be offered the Hepatitis B vaccination. All care and treatment is free. Every effort will be made to ensure your right to privacy and confidentiality. Your records are kept private.
Contact Details
Helpline: 021 4926297 or 021 4926100, Bleep 789.
Out of hours and weekends 021 4926100
Mon-Fri: 08.00 to 17.00
Address: South Infirmary / Victoria University Hospital
Cork, Co. Cork T12 X23H