30 new patients , including Some 200 children , start a clinical trial at Smiths Friday . An Army veteran , he 's used to hard work and trying times , but as he waited Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday for word from the doctors , he grew more and more worried -- and angry . With the government shutdown , these patients are being told they will have to wait to begin . Gleevac will be allowed to receive treatment , doctors say , on Friday .
30 new patients , including Some 200 children , start a clinical trial at Smiths Friday . With the government shutdown , these patients are being told they will have to wait to begin . Gleevac will be allowed to receive treatment , doctors say , on Friday .