Merck’s Keytruda Approved for Advanced Melanoma Treatment
Advanced Melanoma patients are now able to take a powerful new immuno-cology drug from Merck called Keytruda.
Norman Scherzer Celebrates His 75th Birthday With Staff
Norman Scherzer, LRG Executive Director, celebrated his 75th birthday on September 1st with the staff. Here are some photos from the event. Join with us in wishing Norman a happy 75th birthday!
4 Ways to Make a Difference in the Life of a Cancer Patient
There are many ways to make a difference in the life of a cancer patient. We've put together four that can help make a cancer patient's day.
Resources For Cancer Patients And Caregivers
Comprehensive resources for cancer patients and caregivers can be found on Patient Resource’s website. This is valuable information, not only for GIST patients, but also for those who may have friends and loved ones with other diagnoses.
New Cancer Classification System Supports Concept of Personalized Treatment
A new cancer classification system that supports the idea of personalized medicine has been found as a result of a research study by University of California, San Francisco, indicated that more accurate diagnoses could be made based on genetic makeup.
Talking With Your Doctor About Prognosis
Dialogue with your treatment team about your prognosis is key in maintaining open lines of communication. Ira Byock, MD shares some tips for talking about prognosis with your physician.
Cancer and Intimacy: Nurturing Relationships
All relationships have to weather storms, but when a couple faces the challenges of cancer treatment, intimacy can suffer. Intimacy can be difficult for any couple, but cancer and intimacy can be an even larger obstacle.
Japanese Study on Gastric Cancer Screening Shows Impact on GIST Treatment
A recent study from the Annals of Surgical Oncology (August, 2014) analyzes data found in the GIST registry conducted by the Kinki GIST Study Group in Japan. It was determined that by identifying asymptomatic patients, the Japanese gastric cancer screening system contributed to early detection of gastric GIST and favorable treatment outcomes.
Second Meeting of LRG-NIH Virtual GIST Tumor Board Now Accepting Applications
The Life Raft Group, in partnership with the National Institutes of Health, is pleased to announce that applications are currently being accepted for the second meeting of the NIH-LRG Virtual GIST Tumor Board.
10 Things You Should Never Say to a Cancer Patient
A recent article in Woman’s Day provides valuable insight into how to reach out to someone when you learn they have been diagnosed with cancer. Here's a list of ten things you should never say to a cancer patient.