MDH adds coverage for sickle cell disease, motor tic disorder under medical cannabis program

Minnesotans with sickle cell disease or chronic vocal disorder, also known as motor tic disorder, will soon be able to participate in the state’s medical cannabis program.

The Minnesota Department of Health on Tuesday announced it was adding the two to its qualifying conditions list for the program. They will officially be added to the list beginning in August 2021. Patients with sickle cell disease or chronic motor/vocal tic disorder will be eligible to enroll in Minnesota’s medical cannabis program starting on July 1, 2021. Registration is available online.