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Using Technology To Get You Healthier

Changing your diet and doing more exercise are the two best ways to lose weight. But, that doesn't mean that you can't take advantage of technology to help you lose the kilos. From activity trackers to the latest in exercise equipment, my blog is all about how best to use technology to take your weight loss efforts to a new level. There are so many apps, devices and techniques which target weight loss, the choice of where to begin is overwhelming. But, my blog posts will make all the techno mumbo-jumbo easier to understand, so you can decide how to make technology work best for you.

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Improve Your Outlook: Benefits of a Tree Change

Over the past two years, the Australian government has provided incentives to entice medical practitioners away from urban centres. Whilst some of the benefits are financial, a less frenetic lifestyle can bring improved health and social outcomes as well.

Payments For Relocation

In its latest budget, the Australian government announced that it will pay up to $60000 per year to doctors who are willing to relocate to rural areas. Whether you are single or raising a family, this can be a great way to save money without working extra hours. Housing, fresh foods and schooling costs tend to be cheaper in rural areas, allowing further savings. The true benefits of a tree change, however, cannot be measured by a growing bank account.

New Experiences

​Perhaps you've never flown in a helicopter or small plane before. As a rural doctor, you may be expected to accompany patients to major hospitals in a medical aircraft. Rather than referring patients to a specialist, you will gain hands-on experience in everything from paediatric to obstetric care. In a rural community, there are many opportunities to receive recognition and respect from patients and peers.

Better Health

​Whilst it is your job to care for the health of others, a tree change can prove to be a lifesaver for the health of yourself and your family. Consider the advantages of being able to walk to most places in your community rather than facing a long daily commute. You and your family will be able to eat cheap, fresh food from local markets and enjoy unpolluted country living. Local sporting teams are at the heart of rural communities and you will quickly find yourself being recruited by representatives from the football, cricket and golf clubs. Family members will also be able to explore activities such as horse riding more readily than they could in the city.

Social Calendar

In rural areas, you may find that there are few theme parks or large theatres. However, your social calendar will quickly fill up with rodeos, rural race meetings, sporting matches and amateur theatre performances. Many doctors make a tree change in order to pursue hobbies such as photography, car restoration or fishing. 

Tree Change For The Better

If working in the city is giving you the blues, perhaps it is time for you to turn green and make a tree change. Both professionally and personally, life as a rural medical practitioner may just provide the fulfilment you are seeking. Check to see if there is a medical physician vacancy near you.