FDA Warns of Rare Acetaminophen Risks
A recent report from the FDA reveals that Acetaminophen can cause serious skin reactions in rare occasions. Acetaminophen helps to reduce pain and fever, and is one of the most widely used medicines in the [...]
THE FUTURE OF CANCER & SURVIVORSHIP – LRG Takes Part in Cancer Awareness Campaign
The LRG is proud to be part of an amazing cancer awareness campaign called “The Future of Cancer Care & Survivorship”. The campaign kicked-off over the weekend, reaching millions of USA Today readers. The insert [...]
Top Ten Flu Tips for Cancer Patients
With flu season still in full swing, we have put together a listing of the top ten flu tips for cancer patients. One day the weather is unseasonably warm, and the next you have a [...]
Stivarga Approved to Treat GIST Patients in Japan
Stivarga has just been approved in Japan for the treatment of GIST. Keep reading for more information.Official Stivarga Press Release:Bayer HealthCare has received approval from the Japanese authorities (MHLW) for the marketing of Regorafenib (Stivarga) [...]
The GIST Cancer Journal – First Journal Specifically focused on GIST
The GIST Cancer Journal is the first journal specifically focused on Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST). Keep reading for more information.The GIST Cancer Journal Official Press Release:CONTACT/MEDIA INQUIRIES: Erin Kristoff, Marketing and Communications DirectorThe Life Raft GroupWayne Plaza [...]
Alianza GIST sets forth plan for strengthening the coalition in Latin America
Alianza GIST has set forth a plan to strengthen the coalition in Latin America. Keep reading for the official press release and more information about Alianza GIST.
Is it time to cure GIST?
Dr. Brian Rubin I’ve been working on a cure for GIST most of my professional life and the initial work was both exciting and fulfilling. I remember when we confirmed the presence [...]
LRG at ASCO 2013
ASCO was held again this year in Chicago. Over 32,000 medical professionals and exhibitors participated in what has become an international event. 53% of attendees now come from outside the US. It helps to know [...]
ASCO features many updates on GIST trials
ASCO features many updates on GIST trials. Promising results for the immunotherapy approach to treating cancer dominated the annual conference of the ASCO and represent one of the biggest developments in cancer research since the advent [...]
An advocate’s rewarding experience at the NIH Clinic
NIH Clinic Participants From the moment I landed at the Washington Reagan Airport to the time I took off to fly back home, the Pediatric and Wildtype GIST Clinic at the National Institutes [...]