NCCN GIST Guidelines 2023 Patient Version
The NCCN updated the clinical practice guidelines in oncology for GIST and other cancers in April and now have released the patient guidelines. Find the links here.
Collaborations – New Horizons GIST Conference
Our Spring to GIST Awareness Day Campaign Continues! Our spring fundraising campaign is all about Fueling GIST Research and we will be sharing examples of all the ways The Life Raft Group is involved [...]
Clinical Trials 101
Dr. Ciara Kelly presented “Clinical Trials 101” to GIST patients and caretakers on May 19th, 2023 at 12pm ET. During this virtual presentation, Dr. Kelly discussed types of clinical trials, how to find a clinical trial, current open clinical trials, and more.
Caregiver of the Month – May 2023: Linda Geiss
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Linda Geiss shares her story. #thrivingtogether
GIST Day of Learning Virtual – Tennessee
A GDOL is a free one day event to help patients and caregivers learn more about this rare cancer, find support, and enhance their knowledge base to help them navigate their cancer journey.
Managing Your Mental Health after a Cancer Diagnosis
Sarah Paul of CancerCare discussed why mental health matters and discover ways to find the emotional support that is right for you.
Fueling GIST Research – Our Community in Action! Starts Now!
Accelerating GIST research is an important part of what we do at the LRG and we're asking you to join us this spring to raise funds towards GIST research. Read the ways you can be a part of Fueling GIST Research!
Fueling GIST Research – Our Community in Action!
Diana Nieves chatted with a group of fundraisers from our community - Jason DeLorenzo, Chelsea Madia and Dave Perry - who have combined GIST advocacy with a personal passion in their lives to raise funds for #GISTresearch.
Patient of the Month – April 2023: Adriana Perez Rotondo
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Adriana Perez Rotondo shares her story. #thrivingtogether
NCCN GIST Guidelines 2023 – What You Need to Know as a GIST Patient
NCCN recently updated the clinical practice guidelines in oncology for medical professionals for several types of cancer including GIST. These guidelines are a set of evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various types of cancer and define the recommendations for management, care, and treatment of all cancers in the US. What do you need to know?