For U.S. Military Veterans Who Use Cannabis

[ExNavyInSTL]

Most of us Vets already know the VA's policy, but here is a nice video that puts it in good context.

Video Link: Can Veterans Use Marijuana? | VA Benefits & Using Medical Marijuana | CBD, THC, Cannabis | theSITREP

This is from the description below the YouTube video:

Can Veterans use marijuana for medical or recreational purposes?
Will Veterans lose their VA benefits for using marijuana?

For more information about VA policies regarding marijuana, visit the link below.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00:33 Veterans are encouraged to discuss marijuana with their VA provider
00:00:38 VA providers cannot recommend or prescribe marijuana
00:00:44 VA providers will document marijuana use, but it is protected information
00:00:54 VA providers cannot complete paperwork for state marijuana programs
00:01:03 VA pharmacies cannot fill prescriptions for marijuana & VA will not pay for marijuana prescriptions
00:01:11 VA employees are subject to drug testing
00:01:20 Veterans will not lose their benefits for using marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes

 

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