Blood Group Letter to CDC Director Dr Erica Schwartz

In a September 4, 2026, letter, a coalition including the American Society of Hematology urges CDC Director Erica Schwartz to restore the Division of Blood Disorders and Public Health Genomics to full staffing and operational capacity, warning that prolonged staffing disruptions have undermined vital blood disorder programs despite continued congressional funding. The coalition calls for continuity of surveillance, laboratory services, grant administration, and technical assistance, alongside efforts to address program gaps and engage affected patients, providers, and states.