Date: October 15 - 17, 2026

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Embassy Suites by Hilton
5400 John Q. Hammons Drive NW
Concord, NC 28027

Site: https://sicklecelldisease.org/annual-national-convention/

The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc., a national nonprofit organization that advocates for people affected by sickle cell disease, will hold its 54th annual national convention Thursday, Oct. 15, through Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Concord, North Carolina.

The three-day multidisciplinary convention — following the theme, “HOPE: An Era of Healing, Optimism, Perseverance and Excellence” — will address current treatments, clinical updates and advances in sickle cell disease drawing hundreds of healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, families, community-based organizations, leaders and advocates.

Convention events include exhibit hall presentations, advocacy lectures, educational workshops, medical reports, panel discussions, award presentations, social events and an evening gala. Participants will have the opportunity to connect and interact with healthcare leaders and professionals and gain new relationships, knowledge and resources.

To learn more and register, visit SickleCellDisease.org/annual-national-convention.