Forty-five paediatricians have signed a letter warning the government about the risks of fracking to child and infant health. On Tuesday morning health professionals in support of the letter protested outside APH in Canberra. The letter states research that links fracking to birth defects, low birth weight, cancer and respiratory conditions.

Paediatrician Louise Woodward who drafted the letter joins Jan Fran to explain the significance of fracking.

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