The Food and Drug Administration, in a much-anticipated announcement for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor patients, has approved Bayer Pharmaceutical's drug, Stivarga, for use as a third-line treatment for advanced GIST.
The Life Raft Group is dedicated to the welfare and survival of GIST patients worldwide and we carry out our mission through research, patient support & education and advocacy. The LRG was highlighted in all three areas at the end of 2012 and we wanted to share the important work we’re doing with all of you.
Here is a video we put together with clips of some of our staff and members sharing their favorite memories and accomplishments over the past 10 years. It is all about celebrating all we have done in such a short amount of time.
Executive Director Norman Scherzer talks about the founding of the Life Raft Group and the importance of Gleevec in the fight against GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor).
Norman Scherzer (Executive Director) performing to the theme song of Golden Girls to say thanks for helping The Life Raft Group.
Norman Scherzer recounts Anita's story during Life Fest in 2010.
Here is Norman Scherzer, Executive Director of the LRG, at Life Fest 2010 in Chicago. Watch the video of the Candle Ceremony.
Norman Scherzer, LRG Executive Director gives a speech at Friday's Reception Dinner at Life Fest 2008 on September 12, in Chicago.
Norman Scherzer, Executive Director of the Life Raft Group, addresses the attendees at Friday's Reception Dinner on September 12 in Chicago.
Kendra Tobes, widow of board member Allan Tobes speaks about her husband.
