Press Room
​ISTH 2026 press room
The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) 2026 Congress will take place in Paris, France, from July 11-15, 2026. The ISTH welcomes all media employed by accredited news organizations to apply for complimentary media credentials to cover the ISTH 2026 Congress either in person or virtually.
Congress press registration will open in January 2026. Please review all press registration policies in advance.
ISTH press contact:​​​​​
Barbara Krolak
ISTH Marketing Manager
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ISTH 2026 Congress press registration policy
To maintain the integrity of the press registration process, the ISTH requires all individuals seeking complimentary press registration to meet the following qualifications as outlined below.​ Please review the press registration options and eligibility requirements. Members of the press are required to agree to all ISTH policies before submitting a registration request.
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Important note: Press registration for the ISTH 2026 Congress is limited to two (2) representatives per outlet, unless an approved exception is granted. Please note that videographers accompanying reporters must register as press.
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Complimentary press registration is extended exclusively to professional journalists, reporters, videographers and/or freelance contributors affiliated with reputable media outlets. This includes print, broadcast and digital platforms. Non-editorial staff, such as publishers, sales representatives and/or marketing personnel do not qualify.
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The ISTH reserves the right to approve or deny any press registration request at its discretion. This ensures that press access is limited to those who meet our established qualifications and align with the ISTH’s mission to foster accurate and responsible reporting.​​​​​
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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:
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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.
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Video recording, audio recording or image caption during a scientific presentation, a session or in the virtual exhibition is strictly prohibited.
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Any public dissemination of photos or videos taken at an ISTH must include the event.
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The official ISTH trademark and/or logo may not be added without ISTH prior written approval.
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Any video transmission or webcast from an ISTH event must adhere to the Embargo Policy.
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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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ISTH 2026 news
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December 4, 2024: ​International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis announces Paris as host city for 2026 Congress​​​​​​​​
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Reminder
ISTH and/or affiliated trademarks including the ISTH 2026 logo are the property of the ISTH. They cannot be used, reproduced or associated with any article or press release without the prior written permission of the ISTH.
Signing of the ISTH Media and Embargo Policy is a prerequisite for Press Registration (whether online or on-site). The ISTH does not make its press database or registration lists available to third parties.
