The Life Raft Group Launches New Liposarcoma Support Network
The Life Raft Group Launches New Liposarcoma Support Network for Patients & Caregivers.
Patient of the Month – September 2024: Susan Franze
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Susan Franze shares her story.
Annual Bigman & Etzi Memorial Tailgate Raises Funds for The Life Raft Group
The family and friends of late LRG Board member Eric Biegansky. Eric's wife, Jill, and his kids, Ryan and Emma, along with dozens of Eric's friends gathered for a fundraiser in his memory.
New SDH Tissue Testing Collaboration with NIH & UCSD
The LRG is partnering with the NIH and UCSD to create the first ever tumor biobank in the U.S. focused specifically on SDH-deficient GIST.
GIST DO IT Walk Gallery 2024
GIST DO IT Walk was held at Life Fest 2024 in San Jose to raise GIST Awareness and honor the memory of GISTer Ted Wolf.
Patient of the Month – August 2024: Paul Britton
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Paul Britton shares his story.
Life Fest 2024 Gallery
Featured photos from Life Fest 2024 held in San José, California.
Patient of the Month – July 2024: Tom Tiefert
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Tom Tiefert shares his story.
The Life Raft Group’s ASCO Educational Book Manuscript Published
The Life Raft Group is proud to share our ASCO Educational Book Manuscript - “Leveraging Patient Engagement Through Collaboration for Improved Global Health Outcomes in Sarcoma”
Clinical Trials & Nutrition
Nutrition is important to keep in mind during any cancer treatment, but especially during a clinical trial.