Mass. Doctors Warn Of Public Health Crisis Due To State’s Marijuana Policy

WBUR 90.9 FM – Boston’s NPR News Station – Interview with Chris Citorik

Over three dozen Massachusetts doctors and researchers warn that the state could be headed toward a public health crisis because of its policy around recreational marijuana.

In a statement sent to state lawmakers, organized by the Massachusetts Prevention Alliance, signatories expressed worry over “how marijuana policy is being shaped” and concerns of “regulatory failure.” It was signed by doctors and researchers from organizations including Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital.

Host Chris Citorik talks with Dr. Nicholas Chadi, MD MPH, one of the signatories of the Statement of Concern. Listen to the full interview here