‘Just Smoke The Weed’: Why This Physician In California Urges Against Cannabis Vaping
Dr. Laurie Vollen, a medical professional from Berkeley, spent decades advocating for cannabis use, but against cannabis vaping.
Vollen’s concerns center on the potential dangers associated with cannabis vape cartridges, particularly the exposure to harmful substances like heavy metals and pesticides.
“You’re just getting an increased exposure to another toxin,” Vollen told SFGATE, reinforcing her long-held skepticism toward vape products.
As a California-based physician, her concerns escalated this year after a pesticide scandal emerged, revealing that several cannabis vapes sold in the legal market tested positive for contaminants.
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