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BR Online Travel (BROL) was the first travel company specialized in Brazil to use the internet as a medium to promote and provide high quality travel services.

Our company is licensed and bonded as required by the State of Florida, accredited by the ARC (Airline Reporting Corporation), member of ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents), and IATA (International Air Transport Association), and BTOA (Brazil Tour Operators Association).

Our travel professionals are prepared and committed to providing you with the best possible service on a timely manner at fair, honest prices. Please review the information below for more details and references about our company and contact us if you have any further questions.

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BR Online Travel is a proud member of ASTA. The American Society of Travel Agents, Inc. (ASTA) is the world’s largest, most prestigious association of travel professionals with 26,500 members located in 170 countries around the world.

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BR online is appointed by IATAN, a not-for profit service organization. Its main goal is to assist travel agents to meet and maintain a specific set of standards that are of value to airlines, the agency community, as well as to consumers.

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BR Online Travel is appointed by the Airline Reporting Corporation

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Brazil Tour Operators Association

The Brazil Tour Operators Association (BTOA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Tourism to Brazil from the United States.

BTOA Members are well established Tour Operators in the United States with published travel programs to Brazil, which are recognized by the travel industry for their professionalism and reliability.

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Conscious consumers need quick signposts to more responsible spending. A company displaying its B Corp status is welcome short-hand for telling us that the company has gone through a rigorous assessment of its impact on workers, customers, suppliers, community and the environment. 

‘As the travel industry, and all businesses, seek to recover from the effects of the pandemic, the sector is evolving to offer more sustainable ways of exploring the world – and B Corps can play a crucial part in accelerating this trend,’ says Chris Turner, executive director of  B Lab UK , which certifies B Corp businesses. ‘Increasingly, travel ventures are taking important and necessary steps to mitigate their impact on the environment. For B Corps, creating a positive impact means going beyond protecting our planet to empower workers, serve communities and legally embed these principles at the heart of the business.’ 

What’s the big deal about looking out for this marque on a website or products? Any business actively aiming to minimise harm to the environment and maximise human welfare every step of the way is naturally going to be more appealing to those striving to make more responsible purchases and live a more  sustainable  lifestyle. 

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Travel companies aiming to be more sustainable are increasingly seeking that B Corp seal of approval and lots more businesses are applying for the accreditation since the first few dozen went live in 2007. To qualify, a minimum of 80 points out of 200 must be scored on the B Impact Score Assessment.

Sawday’s, UK

The first accommodation platform in the  UK  to achieve B Corp accreditation, Bristol-based Sawday’s group (which includes glamping directory  Canopy & Stars  and pet holiday company  Paws & Stay ), was founded on principles of social and environmental responsibility. The company is structured in such a way that it's been majority employee-owned since 2018, with a quarter owned by a charitable trust. It aims to plant a million trees by 2025 as part of a drive towards being a carbon-neutral office, plus it ranks high for staff wellbeing and happiness and for making an impressive contribution to local communities. ‘We are at a critical point for the environment and coming out of the pandemic, we have a once in a lifetime chance to reinvent responsible and ethical holidays – we must encourage everyone to think differently,’ says Mike Bevan. The company is also a member of  Travel by B Corp , a growing collection of UK-based B Corp travel businesses. sawdays.co.uk

A small, bespoke, high-end travel designer set up in 2017, specialising in personalised itineraries. Joro tries to make travelling more sustainable for its clients by communicating the carbon footprint implications of every step, prioritising electric vehicles for transfers, direct flights and the right accommodation choices. It has also founded the  Conscious Travel Foundation  to support conservation and community projects and to drive change. joroexperiences.com

Journeys with Purpose, UK

Score 129.8.

Founded with conservation at its core, Duncan Grossart’s agency plans nature-positive adventures. Each trip is planned around a specific intention, often rewilding . ‘Rewilding is the large-scale, long-term restoration of ecosystems where nature is allowed to take care of itself,’ explains the founder and zoologist. 'Restoring biodiversity is a key pillar in the building back of our planet’s diminishing life systems, and rewilding apex predators and keystone species is a fundamental aspect of this process.

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Intrepid, worldwide

The world’s largest  adventure travel  company, which has its headquarters in  Australia , was the first global travel firm to achieve B Corp status. James Thornton, its CEO, recognises that although there are hundreds of certification schemes in travel, few take a holistic view of impact in the way that B Corp does. ‘It took us three years to become certified, a painstaking process that has fundamentally changed the way we do business,’ he says. ‘But having that certification means that people who travel with us trust that we’re fully committed to benefitting people and the planet.’ intrepidtravel.com

This slow travel holiday operator makes complicated multi-stop journeys by train, bus and boat seem a breeze. By making it easier to eschew air travel, Byway plots flight-free itineraries booking locally-owned accommodation along the way. The British brand born during the pandemic is also introducing carbon labelling on their trips. Founder Cat Jones says, ‘We love that our B Corp status shows we’re up for being entirely transparent about, and accountable for our progress towards, our social and environmental goals. These include reducing the climate impact of leisure travel through our 100 per cent flight-free holidays and taking tourists away from hotpots to wonderful places off from the beaten path.' Byway is also prioritising delightful lesser-known locations over tourist magnets, and choosing lower-carbon routes such as the Scotrail service to cross the Glenfinnan viaduct in Scotland over the famous Jacobite Express steam train that runs on the same route.

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Pura Aventura, UK

Spain ,  Portugal  and Latin America await via this  Brighton -based travel operator. It also measures the carbon footprint of your entire foray, which is offset through reforesting in the poorest part of  Nicaragua . 

‘Being B Corp means being one of a diverse group of companies which is greater than the sum of its parts. Large and small, we are all driven by a desire to have a positive impact,’ enthuses founder Thomas Power. ‘When we work together on a problem, narrow self-interest is left at the door and the world gets a turbo-charged collective of change-makers. B Corp gives you hope.’ pura-aventura.com

Amazonas Explorer

‘The concept of putting people and planet before profit is the future of how we should all be doing business,’ says Paul Cripps, managing director of this Peruvian travel company. ‘It is not easy to become a B Corp but so worthwhile. Every year we strive to get better, especially as you need to recertify every three years with a higher score – it’s not a one-off certification, but an evolving one.’ Having arranged Machu Picchu-pegged itineraries for three decades, Amazonas aims to work only with like-minded hotels and suppliers, and it’s taking all its tours carbon neutral by offsetting into a carbon sink in Manú National Park in southern Peru. amazonas-explorer.com

Blue Apple Beach, Colombia

This boutique hotel and beach club on the island of Tierra Bomba near Cartagena is a purpose-driven company from Portia Hart. Born to a Trinidadian mother and a British father and raised in rural England , Hart was instilled from an early age with the importance of social equality, as well as being in balance with nature. With this B-Corp recognition, Blue Apple Beach joins only 73 certified Colombian companies to have achieved the certification. On a greater scale, Blue Apple Beach’s B-Corp status proves that regardless of the size of your business, it is possible to meaningfully implement positive practices and become a changemaker in your industry. It is further evidence of how conscious consumers rely on these certifications as they research businesses, impacting their decisions when spending.

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Bodhi Surf + Yoga, Costa Rica

Score 121.5.

Responsible practices have been woven into every aspect of this lodge in Costa Rica since it opened in 2010. Keen to have this validated by a third party, it’s the only surf camp or yoga retreat with the B Corp seal of approval – and it’s keen for others to catch up. Bodhi's Service and Surf programme in the Ballena Marine National Park shares knowledge and resources with community members, especially the young, in exchange for community service and beach clean-ups. bodhisurfyoga.com

International Volunteer HQ, New Zealand

The first and still the only global volunteer and internship travel specialist to become a certified B Corporation, this New Zealand-based organisation offers volunteering projects and international internships in more than 50 destinations, focusing on delivering impact for local communities, wildlife and the environment. All its projects have been developed to support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and in the last year, it has launched more volunteer projects to support climate action. Its business operations have been carbon neutral since 2019 and its focus on sustainability and regenerative travel has seen the company increase its B Impact Score in each audit undertaken since 2015. volunteerhq.org

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Brands reducing the natural and social impact of their products or services

Patagonia is the poster brand for transparency in fashion supply chains, having been working to produce its garments with integrity since 1973. This Californian purveyor of outdoor apparel donates one per cent of sales to environmental charities.

Finisterre ’s padded Biosmock slip-on jacket is winning awards for its circularity and biodegradability. 

Yala Jewellery sells contemporary African designs crafted in Kenya .

Pala Eyewear's stylish sunglasses raise funds to support long-term solutions in Africa , including eye tests, eye care and specs, helping people to access education or employment. Founder John Pritchard features on our Green List .

Veja’s sustainable sneaks have always been a lesson in ethical supply chains and labour practices. The company has just launched a lighter, new-gen running shoe: Condor 2 walks its talk in a new way, thanks to its innovative use of plant-based and recycled materials.

Ace & Tate ’s bio and recycled frames in both bio and recycled acetate mean their specs have been fashioned from off-cuts.

KeepCup has stepped things up with its Thermal range for hot and cold beverages, sparing us the need for disposable drink containers on the go.

Davines is dedicated to supplying sustainable hair and skin products, and this month the Italian family-run company launches Heart of Glass, shampoo and conditioning treatments for blondes.

Bombas  doesn’t simply sell the most comfortable socks and slippers ever, they have a model where for every pair bought they help homeless people. 

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Earn $200 cash back after you spend $1,500 on purchases in the first 6 months of account opening. This bonus offer will be fulfilled as 20,000 ThankYou® Points, which can be redeemed for $200 cash back.

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The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card charges the same annual fee as the Strata Premier Card and offers similar benefits. It too earns transferrable travel rewards and has a long list of travel and purchase protections. But while the cards seem similar on the surface, dig a bit deeper and you'll find the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card has a few advantages over the Citi card.

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If your car broke down two years ago, it probably became a bigger problem than you bargained for.

A confluence of forces were to blame: The Covid pandemic disrupted supply chains, pushing used car prices to record highs and making spare parts hard to get; out-of-practice drivers emerging from lockdowns caused more severe wrecks; and technological advancements like motion sensors made even the simplest parts, like a fender or a rim, expensive to replace .

Things have since improved for car owners — except when it comes to insurance bills. Car insurers are still raising prices steeply: The price of motor vehicle insurance rose more than 22 percent in the year through April, the fastest pace since the 1970s, according to a report the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday. According to calculations by the Insurance Information Institute, a trade group, the average 12-month premium for car insurance was $1,280 in 2023, the industry’s most recent figures.

That has made car insurance a prominent factor preventing overall inflation from cooling more quickly, which could force the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates higher for longer even as the prices for many other essential goods and services have slowed.

Geico recently reported a big jump in quarterly profit on higher premiums and lower customer claims. The share prices of other big auto insurers, like Allstate and Progressive, have beaten the rise in the overall market this year.

That has attracted scrutiny from economists . A key reason car insurance costs are rising so fast right now has to do with how the industry is regulated.

How does insurance regulation work?

Insurers are regulated by the states, not the federal government. In all 50 states, insurance companies must follow specific rules about how and when they can raise the price on their policies.

Each state’s laws are broadly similar, and require insurers to ask regulators for permission to raise prices. Insurers have to make a case — with data to back it up — that the increase is necessary and that they will not make too large a profit on the re-priced policies. This application, known in the business as a “rate filing,” involves complicated paperwork that may take weeks or months to resolve.

The data has to include an analysis of loss trends from the past couple of years, as well as projections for replacement costs and profits. If insurers are deemed to profit too heavily, regulators can make them return money to customers.

The threat of returning money is not an idle one. At the height of pandemic lockdowns in 2020, when many cars sat idle, insurers returned almost $13 billion to customers through dividends, refund checks and premium reductions for policy renewals, according to the insurance ratings agency AM Best.

California was one of the most active states: Insurers there returned $3.2 billion to customers in 2020.

Ricardo Lara, the state’s insurance commissioner, “directed the department to do a very close analysis to make sure that drivers weren’t overcharged,” said Michael Soller, a spokesman for the California Department of Insurance. But starting in late 2021, the state became the poster child for a new problem: an epic backlog of insurers’ requests to raise prices.

How a massive paperwork jam explains rising prices.

When the pandemic shut down most economic activity, it messed up insurers’ ability to use the past to predict the future. For months, they were frozen. They did not submit new rate filings to regulators for a spell — until they did, all at once, in the second half of 2021.

The prices of cars and parts were jumping and drivers were back on the roads and crashing left and right after a hiatus behind the wheel.

“You went from this period of incredible profitability to incredible losses in the blink of an eye,” said Tim Zawacki, an analyst who focuses on insurance at S&P Global Market Intelligence. No companies were willing to stick their necks out by offering lower premiums in the hope of winning new business, he said.

“Everyone was together in significantly pushing for rate increases.”

In California, the most populous U.S. state, insurers were getting creamed by expensive claims.

But the state’s regulator did not start approving insurers’ requests to raise rates until near the end of 2022. The backlog grew so large that the average wait time for approvals was longer — by several months — than the six-month policies that insurers wanted to sell.

“When state regulators delay or prevent companies from accurately pricing insurance, insurers may not be able to absorb the costs,” said Neil Alldredge, the president of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies, a trade group that represents many home and auto insurers. The squeeze can lead insurers to leave some states or stop some business lines, he added. “Inefficient regulatory environments in states like California, New Jersey and New York, combined with inflation and increased catastrophic losses, have left consumers with fewer choices of insurers and higher costs,” he said.

California is still the slowest state in the continental United States for auto insurance rate filings, taking an average of 219 days to approve a price proposal for a personal auto policy, according to S&P data provided by Mr. Zawacki.

“We fight for consumers by analyzing all of the data, not just what insurance companies spoon-feed us,” Mr. Soller, the California Department of Insurance spokesman, said.

The S&P analysis showed that New Jersey, the 11th-most populous state, had the sixth-longest wait time, while New York, with the fourth-largest population, had the 7th-longest wait times.

“The department performs a comprehensive review of requests to amend rates or rating systems to ensure compliance with New Jersey law,” said Dawn Thomas, a spokeswoman for the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance.

Ms. Thomas said the regulator needed to ensure that each proposed premium increase was “reasonable, adequate, and not unfairly discriminatory,” and that sometimes the insurers’ requests needed to be challenged or denied.

A spokeswoman for New York’s regulator declined to comment.

When will the jam clear?

Shortly before the pandemic, the umbrella organization for state insurance regulators, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, formed a team of data scientists to help regulators deal with their rate filings, which has gotten more complicated in recent years.

The data team became fully operational in 2021 and its mission is now to help speed up the review process: 37 states have signed up to use it.

This month, during a call with analysts to discuss Allstate’s earnings, company representatives said they had recently reopened their California auto insurance business after getting permission to charge higher rates. The company still wanted to raise prices in other states.

In New York and New Jersey, for example, “even with the rate approvals that we got late last year, we still don’t feel like we’re at the appropriate rate level to want to grow in those two states,” said Mario Rizzo, the president of Allstate’s property-casualty business.

How much higher will premiums go?

In 2021, insurers’ personal auto businesses started recording losses. According to David Blades, an analyst for AM Best, the industry lost $4 billion in 2021, $33 billion in 2022 and roughly $17 billion last year.

According to Dale Porfilio, the chief insurance officer at the Insurance Information Institute, the trade group, many companies still need to raise prices to make up for those bad years.

Last year, insurers raised auto premiums by 14 percent, the biggest increase in over 15 years. Mr. Porfilio’s best guess is that premiums this year will rise another 13 percent.

“It’s going to take time for every company to get their rates to where they want to be,” he said.

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

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• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

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A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

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A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

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Families forced to wait up to three years to see paediatric specialists, or pay hefty costs for city appointments

Jack Anderson is about to turn four. Like his little brother Ripley, he was born prematurely.

For three years Jack was on a waiting list to be assessed for autism and ADHD, conditions for which, according to Autism Awareness Australia, early intervention and access to timely, specialised support is crucial. 

His mother, Maddison Wood, said Jack's occupational therapist had "pushed" for the assessment, which led to his eventual diagnosis, since he was about eight months old.

Ripley, who is almost one, was born with kidney and pancreatic abnormalities, as well as a severely clubbed foot.

Ms Wood said she had spent around $50,000 in the past year mainly on Ripley's health needs, including travel to Adelaide to visit paediatric specialists not available in her home town Mount Gambier.

While long waiting lists and limited access to paediatric specialists is not unique to rural South Australia — there's a shortage of paediatricians nationwide — it is cold comfort for families told of the importance of early intervention only to be unable to access it. 

Rural Doctors Association of SA president Bill Geyer said there were "a number of things at play" when it came to better access to paediatric services in rural areas, but top of the list was the shortage of resident specialists.

"The state government had a think-tank in December 2022 looking at this issue, and obstetricians and paediatricians were the two specialists shown to be most lacking in rural areas," he said. 

"The Rural Doctors Workforce Agency provide fly-in fly-out specialists travelling across the state, but waitlists are substantial."

Dr Geyer said the industry was improving rotations for trainee specialists to go to country areas with the hope they might get a taste for rural life and choose to stay.

"Fly-in fly-out services are better than nothing, but you can't beat having resident specialists who provide continuity of care." 

Shortage bites nationwide

According to the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP), there is no shortage of interest in specialist paediatric positions; it says the limiting factor is available government funding to expand specialist training programs.

"Unfortunately there remains a significant shortage of non-GP specialists in many rural and regional areas," president Jacqueline Small said.

Dr Small said the RACP administered about 380 specialist training program positions across Australia, but "this number of places is unlikely to be enough to address the under-resourcing in regional areas".

In 2022, it was revealed in the West Australian parliament that children were waiting up to 16 months to see a paediatrician in the public health system, and 10 months for an appointment with a clinical psychologist.

Research by Perth paediatrician Lana Bell found that a third of private paediatricians and private child psychiatrists had closed their books completely, and another third had waitlists of more than six months.

The findings prompted the federal government to commit to increasing the number of GPs and allied healthcare workers in regional areas, but Ms Wood said there was a significant gap in specialist services.

"The specialists aren't here, or if they do fly in, it's almost impossible to get an appointment."

She said her family travelled to Adelaide "every two or three weeks" to access specialist paediatric services for the boys.

"Being a parent, you know when something is wrong with your child but trying to get them diagnosed is a long, long road.

"We've encountered 12 to 24-month waitlists to get into a paediatrician.

"If you can get in to see an [occupational therapist] or a different type of specialist, sometimes they will push for you to get the appointment with a paediatrician, otherwise you're on your own and you have to keep calling and calling.

"Waiting almost three years for an assessment is crazy."

500-kilometre round trips

Coonawarra mother Khloe McElroy is experiencing similar long wait times to get support for her son Chace, who was also born prematurely. 

In Mount Gambier, a city of about 28,000 people, there is just one resident paediatrician, who is supported by locums.

"Chace has ongoing health issues, recurring illnesses and is in hospital in Mount Gambier every two to three weeks," Ms McElroy said. 

She said they had tried to find a paediatrician and started sending out referrals in February; after sending about 10 through their GP they were able to see one in April. 

"Everyone kept declining. We even tried to go private and still couldn't get an appointment until a paediatrician in Warrnambool [across the border in Victoria] sent a direct letter stating that it is not OK to refuse treatment for a patient who is failing to thrive.

"[They said] if the local paediatricians are doing that, then the medical board needs to be contacted.

"We finally did get to see a paediatrician in Mount Gambier but then the next available appointment was another three-month wait. It's extremely frustrating and heartbreaking."

She said getting an appointment seemed to be a case of being the loudest voice and continuing to call, sometimes daily, for appointments.

"But if you don't advocate for your child, who will?"

Employers unable to attract, retain specialists

Heather Cary, who runs speech pathology clinic Communicate Better in Mount Gambier, said there was a nationwide shortage of professionals in her industry, but the situation was "far worse" in rural and regional areas.

"Unfortunately I have an extensive waitlist — children are waiting two to three years for speech pathology support," she said.

Ms Cary has two allied health assistants in her practice and more than 30 clients ranging from babies to teenagers.

"I have tried to recruit more speech pathologists but they're just not in the community.

"It's very frustrating and sad because communication is a basic human right and children should not be waiting for these services.

"The impacts of delayed support can cause further gaps in the child's communication development, but it can also cause a range of behaviours as well because the child is so frustrated being unable to communicate.

"I will often tell families to get on every waitlist in town or trial telehealth services so they can get some support in place, but even that is tricky because there's nationwide shortages of speech pathologists."

Specialists needed as cities grow

Jessie Bilal, the practice manager at Mount Gambier's Village Medical Centre, speaks to hundreds of families trying to access specialist medical care.

"It can be really heartbreaking when patients need to access specialist services which are not available locally."

She said families really had only two choices:

• to travel with minimal reimbursements from PATS (Patients Assistance Transport Scheme), placing them under financial stress and isolating them from family and support networks; or
• to be placed on lengthy waiting lists for an appointment closer to home.

Ms Bilal said regional areas were in dire need of funding for additional services, which included enticing specialists to live or travel to regional areas.

"The city has grown so much post COVID, and our health infrastructure needs an entire overhaul to be able to sustain our community's needs as it continues to grow," she said.

Families choose to live apart

Mount Gambier mother of two Eva Kovacs said she and her partner made the difficult decision to separate their living arrangements to accommodate their children's needs.

"The boys, born with the rare genetic disorder Prader-Willi syndrome, now live with their father in Geelong in Victoria so they can access specialist care," said Ms Kovacs, who remains in Mount Gambier for work and other family commitments.

She said she saw her boys during school holidays, "which isn't ideal".

"They aren't always able to travel back to Mount Gambier, and the car trip is hard on them, so I go to them or we meet half way.

"If we could access medical care and regular specialist support locally, more families could stay together." 

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