Cannabis Use Disorder, DNA, and Veterans’ Medical Cannabis Care for PTSD: what we know—and how to move forward

This article is educational and does not provide medical advice. Veterans should discuss cannabis use—including medical cannabis—with their VA clinician and any state-licensed provider involved in their care. Why this matters now More veterans are exploring medical cannabis for chronic pain, sleep, and trauma-related symptoms. At the same time, daily use has climbed nationally, and […]

Mendry’s Role – Clearly Stated: Veteran Education on State-Legal Medical Cannabis, Without Clinical Services

Educational content only. Mendry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on education. We do not diagnose, treat, recommend products, match veterans with clinicians, coordinate care, collect PHI, or provide legal/medical advice. Veterans should consult their VA care team and any state-licensed clinician before making health decisions. Why this rewrite To align with Mendry’s content policy and […]

Required Disclaimer

Mendry is an educational platform only. We do not provide medical advice, product recommendations, or assistance with state programs. All medical decisions are made by Mendry, a nonprofit platform offering education and a professional network for providers interested in safe, legal medical cannabis access for veterans, without prescribing or product sales.

Who We Are

  • 501(c)(3) nonprofit for licensed healthcare providers
  • Focused on veterans and civilians seeking alternative care
  • Founded by veterans, caregivers, and osteopathic physicians
  • Not a dispensary; provides education, credibility, and visibility

Why Providers Join

  • Legally safe: no health record storage or product sales
  • Audience of motivated veterans seeking credible providers
  • Community focused on transparency and compassion

Membership Benefits

  • SEO-optimized directory profiles
  • Media exposure (podcasts, webinars)
  • Professional networking
  • Elevated visibility to veterans

Membership Tiers

  • Tier 1: Verified Provider listing and badge
  • Tier 2: Enhanced profile, newsletter, media eligibility
  • Tier 3: Full media partner, event co-branding, social amplification

Content Policy

  • No medical advice or product endorsements
  • No state paperwork help
  • Full compliance and transparency

How to Join

  • Submit credentials, staff verification, choose tier, publish profile
  • Simple online application for providers

Why Now

  • Rising demand for compliant cannabis education
  • Mendry provides a trusted alternative between avoidance and noncompliance

Disclaimer

  • Educational only; not affiliated with the VA or state programs.

 the patient in consultation with their licensed healthcare provider. Mendry.org is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.