The LRG Joins with Sarcoma Advocates to Bring Patient Voices to DC
The LRG joined sarcoma advocates in Washington, D.C. to raise awareness, advocate for research, healthcare access, & patient voices.
GIST Awareness Day – Celebrating Life
GIST Awareness Day is celebrated on July 13, started by The Life Raft Group in 2014 to bring awareness and raise funds for GIST research.
The Annual ASCO Conference for Oncology
Conferences like #ASCO25 are more than just annual gatherings for the cancer research community—they're a window into what’s next. For the LRG, they are also a powerful platform to ensure that the GIST patient voice is not just heard, but actively shaping the direction of research.
Newest Board Member Brings a Fresh Perspective to the LRG
Dr. Joseph Germino, retired medical oncologist who most recently served as the VP of Medical Affairs at Bayer, joins the LRG Board of Directors.
The LRG Strategic Plan
The Life Raft Group is expanding its impact, using data and collaboration to drive progress in GIST and rare diseases.
Top Ten Reasons to Attend Life Fest 2024
REGISTER The global GIST community converges, creating a supportive environment where individuals can connect with others who understand the challenges they face. Attendees gain access to a wealth of information [...]
Lessons in Thriving with GIST
Australian liaison Donncha Lynch didn’t know much about GIST or The Life Raft Group yet, but he was determined to learn all he could about GIST.
Annual NORD Breakthrough Summit Tackles a Diversity of Rare Disease Issues
I was fortunate to be able attend the @NationalOrganizationforRareDisorders Rare Diseases + Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit (#NORDSummit) on October 17-18 in-person in Washington, DC via a full scholarship. During this highly anticipated [...]
GIST Specialist Dr. Neeta Somaiah Shares on Life as a Sarcoma Expert
LRG Medical Advisory Board Member and GIST Specialist Dr. Neeta Somaiah shares on her life as a sarcoma specialist.
Partners Forever – Ira & Kay Stolzer
Our feature story is about a couple, Ira & Kay Stolzer, who have supported each other throughout their 41-year marriage and a GIST journey.