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Navigating Medical Cannabis for Veterans: Benefits and Federal Laws

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According to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Schedule One drugs are “drugs with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse.” Common challenges that veterans face include chronic pain, PTSD, depression, insomnia, traumatic brain injury, broken bones, and musculoskeletal ailments.

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

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However, the AAFP supports decriminalization of possession of marijuana for personal use. The AAFP opposes the recreational use and legalization of marijuana, but supports decriminalization of marijuana for personal use. Cannabinoids have been assessed for chronic pain management. Relevant AAFP Policy.