Doctors, relying on digital connectivity to treat patients in the bush, are pushing for better internet services and mobile phone coverage.

The Australian Medical Association believes too many people, living outside metro areas, are missing out on vital healthcare.

Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with the AMA's Marco Giuseppin to hear more about how the issue is resulting in poorer health outcomes.

The federal government says more than $2 billion will be included in next week's budget to help fund NBN upgrades.

Doctors, relying on digital connectivity to treat patients in the bush, are pushing for better internet services and mobile phone coverage.
The Australian Medical Association believes too many people, living outside metro areas, are missing out on vital healthcare.
Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with the AMA's Marco Giuseppin to hear more about how the issue is resulting in poorer health outcomes.
The federal government says more than $2 billion will be included in next week's budget to help fund NBN upgrades.

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The Rural News is market leader, dealing exclusively with stories of interest to the farming sector and has the support of Australia&rsquo;s largest media business and international correspondents.