From Patient Registry to a International Scientific Conference
Our study on NF1-associated gastrointestinal stromal tumors was accepted for presentation at ASCO this year - this milestones highlights the power of patient registries.
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.
Updates from ASCO 2025
Dr. Herbert Loong presents key highlights & insights from ASCO 2025, offering the latest updates in cancer research, treatments, and clinical advancements.
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”
Updates from ASCO
Dr. Herbert Loong will summarize abstracts and presentations that were presented during the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) which is an important conference in the oncology community where new scientific research updates are shared.
GIST Updates from ASCO
The Life Raft Group hosted Dr. Herbert Loong, who summarized abstracts and presentations from ASCO that are relevant to the GIST patient community.
Cultivating Partnerships – ASCO 2023 Recap
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 [...]
Life Raft Group Contributes Abstracts for ASCO
Although the ASCO (American Society for Clinical Oncology) will be a virtual meeting this year, The Life Raft Group continues to be at the forefront in collaborating in efforts to improve treatment for cancer patients. This year, two important abstracts will be presented online that illustrate these efforts.
Drug Repository Programs: A Creative Solution
Drug repository programs have the potential to be a key component in accessing life-saving treatments. In a landscape where prices for cancer drugs are escalating, many face a challenge in obtaining life-saving treatments. There are many resources for overcoming these obstacles, but it is clearly not enough for those already struggling with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
Networking & Collaboration in Action
ASCO 2019 LRG Directors attended the Annual American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Conference to network and research collaboration possibilities among over 40,000 doctors, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and other patient advocacy groups. Left [...]