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    GIST patients, caregivers, and supporters are living life to the fullest. Take charge of your GIST care today.

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    The Life Raft Group Research Team is working tirelessly to find a cure for GIST.

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The Latest News from the Life Raft Group

Clinical Trials and the Search for Greater Efficiency

Posted by Phil Avila - May 15, 2013 - Clinical Trials, News
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Clinical trials are a key step in the development and approval of new drugs to treat cancer and often a lifeline to patients seeking options when other treatments have failed.

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The Art Of The Cure Gala Call For Artists

Posted by Jim Napier - May 15, 2013 - Advocacy, Fundraising, News
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The Life Raft Group is making a call for artists for our upcoming The Art of the Cure gala event. Keep reading to learn how to apply.

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GIST Day of Learning Chicago A Huge Success

Posted by Janeen Ryan - May 10, 2013 - News, Photos
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Here are some photos from the GIST Day of Learning Chicago. Keep reading to check out the photos.

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