yeah, the only thing I saw on the website was that there was potential for a waiver but I think you are right about the year. at least I hope so because waiting a year is not nearly as bad as not being allowed to join. The thing is I feel the coast guard is the best fit, I don't really want to do anything else.
Really something you should look up on the coast guard website. I thought I remember reading something about being off all medication For a full year.
I also looked into it, but realized it wasn't for me