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Study Medicine in Russia

April 17th, 2011 10:11 pm

Study medicine in Russia? Russia’s long history of medical education has attracted many students from around the world. So what makes candidates want to go to medical school in Russia? Well it is fairly cheap, much cheaper than any western country yet highly advanced and respected around the world. Most students like the idea that there are no entrance exams. This is due to the fact that in Russia the motto goes education is for all those who seek it.

The advantage of studying medicine in Russia is the broad clinical exposure one receives. While there are many medical universities in Russia it is better to go to the ones in bigger cities because they are better funded and are known for research and development. The admission process isn’t difficult. There are some requirements that need to be met and once accepted an admissions letter is typically issued. After that the student must submit the requested documents along with a fee for an invitation letter. With this letter you than can go to the Russian Embassy in your country and request a visa. The living costs are relatively cheaper than in Europe. The most expensive thing in Russia is the cost of renting an apartment. To cut costs and stay within your budget its better to live in the student hostel where all foreign students live.

Traveling to the hospitals when doing clinical rotations is usually done in groups. Transportation is easily accessible and one can get a subsidized transportation card that makes traveling less costly. The way it works is you pay a flat fee every month and you get a card that allows you to travel an unlimited amount of times within that month. To study medicine in Russia it is essential to able to adapt to the climate and culture. You should be willing to learn a bit of Russian which will come natural later, as time passes by you’ll notice how fast you start speaking Russian. So what are you waiting for, want to change your life, start your medical career today. The opportunity awaits you. Study medicine in Russia and get your MD in 6 years.

Wonderful Ice Fishing in Russia

March 9th, 2011 10:19 pm

There are so many ice fishing locations around the world to choose from. Just make sure that you are not thinking of tropical regions when you make that choice.

If you are planning to visit Russia during winter months, make sure you are well prepared for the bitter cold. However, as an ice fishing enthusiasts, not even the cold will keep you away. Many Russians love to get out and go to a nearby lake to indulge in ice fishing.

Ice fishing in Russia is a popular past time for many Russians and they have devised a way to stay warm while sitting on the ice for hours. The trick to stay warm during your attempt at ice fishing in Russia is to drink vodka. There is a saying in Russia when it comes to drinking vodka and it roughly translates to warm on the inside and cold on the outside. Though you may scorn at the time, but it genuinely works in keeping you warm.

Once you find a suitable lake to indulge in some hobby ice fishing, find an area on the lake where the ice is less thick. Then you can start sawing, pounding or hacking a hole in the ice. Once your hole is opened, you just need to bring your stool, bait and fishing line.

The prospect of catching fish during ice fishing depends on a number of factors. The first factor is the type of fish you catch is completely dependent on the lake you go to. The second factor and the most important is how long can you stand the cold. At 30 degrees below zero even drinking gallons of vodka will not keep you warm for ever. How long you can stand the cold and how long you can keep yourself warm ensures the success you have in ice fishing.

If you have never done ice fishing, Russia might be a good place to experience it. But make sure you carry enough aspirins because you are going to need it after drinking the vodka to stay warm on the cold ice!