QUESTIONS FOR YOUR DOCTOR.
Talking to your VA doctor about cannabis can be intimidating. This tool generates a personalized list of evidence-based questions to bring to your appointment. Print it out. Bring it with you. Be honest.
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DISCLAIMER
This page is educational and does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment, or individualized healthcare recommendations. Cannabis affects people differently and carries risks. Always discuss medical decisions, medication changes, and cannabis use with a qualified healthcare professional. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction and change over time. Always confirm current law through official government sources.
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VA Appointment Guide
Step-by-step prep for your cannabis conversation
READFind a Doctor
Connect with a provider open to cannabis discussions
READInteraction Checker
Check cannabis interactions with your medications
READPTSD & Cannabis
Condition-specific evidence to discuss with your doctor
READHarm Reduction
Safety guidance to reference in your appointment
READ50-State Guide
Know your state law before your appointment
READAm I Eligible?
Check your state and condition eligibility
READGlossary
Understand cannabis terminology before your visit
READIF YOU ARE IN CRISIS, HELP IS AVAILABLE NOW.
Cannabis is not a crisis treatment. If you are struggling, please reach out to the resources below. These services are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
VA Mental Health
VA offers mental health services for veterans. Contact your VA medical center or call 1-800-273-8255.
MENTALHEALTH.VA.GOVSAMHSA Helpline
Free, confidential treatment referral. Call 1-800-662-4357. Available 24/7 in English and Spanish.
SAMHSA.GOVCONTACT INFORMATION VERIFIED AGAINST OFFICIAL SOURCES. ALWAYS CONFIRM CURRENT NUMBERS DIRECTLY. CANNABIS IS NOT PRESENTED AS A CRISIS TREATMENT.