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Sickle cell disease symposioum

Sickle Cell Disease Symposium: Healing Beyond Medicine

10 September 2026 | 8:30AM - 5PM Schwartz Lecture Hall E, 530 1st Avenue, New York, 10016

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Healing Beyond Medicine: The Role of Music, Mental Health, and Nutrition in Sickle Cell Disease Care

About the Event

This year’s symposium brings together leading voices across disciplines to examine the evidence base and lived experiences shaping holistic care for individuals living with sickle cell disease. The symposium explores three interconnected themes: the therapeutic role of music, the importance of mental health support, and the impact of nutrition on the quality of life of individuals living with SCD.

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Attendance Options

In-Person Attendance: Join us at Schwartz Lecture Hall E, 530 1st Avenue, New York, NY

Virtual Attendance: Participate remotely via Zoom. Registered virtual attendees will receive access information before the event.

Photography and video recording may occur during the symposium for educational, outreach, and non-commercial promotional purposes. We aim to maintain a respectful and community-centered environment. Attendees who prefer not to be photographed or recorded are encouraged to notify the event team at check-in.