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Doctor shortage endangering regional Australians' lives

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A shortage of doctors in remote and regional centres is leaving some Australians without access to immediate medical care. Recruiters say restrictions on overseas recruitment – and a lack of incentives – is making it tougher than ever to attract doctors to the bush.


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By Rhiannon Elston

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Source: SBS




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A shortage of doctors in remote and regional centres is leaving some Australians without access to immediate medical care. Recruiters say restrictions on overseas recruitment – and a lack of incentives – is making it tougher than ever to attract doctors to the bush.



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