hello as well as welcome to an additional episode of the sitrep as many of you understand several states in the u.s have actually approved the use of cannabis for clinical and also or entertainment use in the eyes of the federal government marijuana is a timetable one dangerous drug as well as still legal however an expert'' s engagement in state cannabis programs does not affect qualification for va care and also services so 8 things experts need to understand about cannabis and also the va are one professionals are encouraged to go over marijuana use with their va service provider 2 your va provider is not permitted to advise or recommend cannabis for medical objectives 3 your va supplier will certainly record your usage of cannabis in your clinical documents yet all professional info is private as well as safeguarded four va companies can not finish paperwork or kinds needed for professionals to join state-approved marijuana programs 5 va pharmacies can not load prescriptions for and also va will certainly not pay for marijuana for clinical functions six experts who are va employees undergo drug testing under the regards to their work and once more as well as most notably 7 veterans will certainly not be denied va advantages as a result of their use cannabis there are added policies va has concerning making use of marijuana for medical and also or entertainment functions which can be located by visiting the internet link in the video clip summary below you can additionally see va'' s complete directive on this topic vha instruction 1315 by utilize of the exact same internet link thanks for adjusting in as well as make certain to subscribe so you put on'' t miss out on future episodes of the sitrep you have concerns regarding your va benefits and the sitrep has the answers check out any of our four youtube playlists that particularly cover va healthcare va impairment va home finances and specialty subjects select from any of our playlists as well as get in touch with the benefits you gained and deserve
