ISTH 2026 press conference:​

The official ISTH 2026 Press Conference will place on Monday, July 13, at 1 p.m. CEST in Room S05-06. The Press Conference will feature exclusive commentary from key leaders and presenting authors, including several late-breakthrough abstract authors. All registered press are invited to attend. 

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Press room hours and location:

The ISTH 2026 Congress will offer a designated press room for all registered members of the press. The press room is located at Salle 738.

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Please note that private room rentals for members of the press will not be offered at the ISTH 2026 Congress this year.

 

The press room hours are as follows:

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Saturday, July 11: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

 

Sunday, July 12: 9 a.m. –  5 p.m.

 

Monday, July 13: 9 a.m. –  5 p.m.

 

Tuesday, July 14: 9 a.m. –  5 p.m.

 

Wednesday, July 15: Closed
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Quote sheet:

The ISTH 2026 offers a listing of pre-approved quotes by ISTH and Congress leadership. Contact Barbara Krolak for a copy of the ISTH 2026  Quote Sheet.

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Congress News and Podcast
Follow the ISTH 2026 Congress Daily News throughout the meeting. Published each day of the Congress, the Daily News will feature a daily e-blast with the latest Congress highlights, breaking news and exclusive video interviews with experts and attendees. 

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This year will also feature a “Daily Download” mini-series of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, offering a podcast episode highlighting each day's activities, key scientific sessions and can't-miss moments. Listen to the ISTH Pulse Podcast for the latest episodes.
 

​ISTH media policy:

Any media outlet or press representative wishing to attend an ISTH Event and/or to obtain official press releases from the ISTH Press Office must commit to respecting any and all embargoes set by the ISTH.

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Read the ISTH Embargo Policy here. Press representatives who receive embargoed material from the ISTH understand that it is for their individual use and will not distribute the embargoed information to anyone else prior to the embargo release.

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Embargoed materials include, but are not limited to, original journal articles, abstracts from scientific meetings, written news releases, audio news releases, video news releases, slides and any other materials associated with the scientific information being presented or published.

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Photo and video rules:

• Presenters are the sole proprietors of the content they disclose at ISTH events (data, photographs, slides, etc.) It is the responsibility of presenters or speakers to notify the audience of any restrictions on photographing the content they are presenting. The announcement must be made at the beginning of each presentation.

• Video recording, audio recording or image caption during a scientific presentation, a session or in the virtual exhibition is strictly prohibited.

• Any public dissemination of photos or videos taken at an ISTH must include the event.

• The official ISTH trademark and/or logo may not be added without ISTH prior written approval.

• Any video transmission or webcast from an ISTH event must adhere to the Embargo Policy.

• Video filming in the congress center is not allowed without prior written approval from the ISTH. The ISTH reserves the right to stop any unauthorized photography or video filming and to request deletion of unapproved materials. Violations may result in removal from the congress center.
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The ISTH is committed to fostering accurate and responsible reporting on the Congress's scientific advancements. Thank you for your cooperation in meeting these requirements.

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CME policy

Providing continuing medical education (CME) credits in association with press coverage of the ISTH 2026 Congress is strictly prohibited. Companies offering continuing medical education credits in association with the ISTH Congress do not qualify for press registration, and access will be revoked if this activity is revealed.

Organizations that plan to offer CME-related content must obtain a separate agreement with the ISTH. Contact meetings@isth.org for more details.

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Visa requirements

Citizens of some foreign countries will need a visa to enter the United States and attend the ISTH 2026 Congress in Paris, France. It is critical that international attendees apply for a visa as early as possible.

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