The GIST Cancer Journal has Arrived
The 6th issue of the GIST Cancer Journal, official journal of the LRG and the first academic journal devoted solely to GIST is now available
In Loving Memory of Marilyn Lee Hoch
Marilyn Lee Hoch of Huron, Ohio passed away Saturday, May 16, 2015 in Stein Hospice Services, Sandusky. She was born November 22, 1932, in Marion, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lucille Thompson. Marilyn [...]
Michael Logan Christopher: A blessing to all who knew him
Michael Logan Christopher, 62, of Estes Park, CO went to be with his Jesus on Resurrection Sunday, April 5, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Kristi, and their two sons, [...]
Cancerversary 10 Years – Josalin Dunn
Josalin Dunn is celebrating her ten year cancerversary. “Staying positive about my cancer isn’t always easy,... but I keep reminding myself that there are others who have it worse. I am blessed!”
Social Security Disability Benefits for GIST Patients
While many GIST patients are able to continue working throughout their treatment, there may be a time when cancer and its associated complications can progress to the point that work becomes difficult. Social Security [...]
#ShowUsYourRare
This is it folks! Today, April 13, we are officially launching our new awareness campaign #ShowUsYourRare! Harnessing the power of social media, we are asking the world to stand up for people [...]
Joyce Elaine O’Shea: Friend to All
Joyce Elaine O’Shea, aged 61, passed away at home in Aptos, California on Thursday, February 26, 2015. She courageously fought cancer, never losing her spirit of faith. Born September 13, 1953 in San Jose, [...]
Louise Leonard: Cornerstone of Her Family
Louise Leonard, 78, of Girard, Ohio, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away on February 2, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Born November 22, 1936 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the [...]
New Packaging For Gleevec In The U.S.
You may have noticed a new look for Gleevec when you refilled your 400-mg prescription.Novartis has introduced new packaging in the U.S. market that includes each individual tablet in a blister pack. This is designed [...]
Life Raft Group Attends Partnering For Cures Meeting
The sixth annual Partnering for Cures meeting sponsored by FasterCures was held November 16-18 in New York City. Over 1,000 attendees from biopharma, governmental agencies, academia, philanthropy and patient advocacy organizations came together to [...]