More Than Growing Pains: The Hidden Toll Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Published: June 15, 2025 by RHJ Producer

Rheumatoid arthritis is tough to diagnose and even harder to treat effectively. Thankfully, researchers are creating more precise tests that can match patients to the right treatment plan on the first try. Our experts explain the challenges of rheumatoid arthritis and a new test that can bypass the trial-and-error approach to medicine.

Guest Information:

Dr. Sam Asgarian, VP of Clinical Development, Guardant Health
Emma Larson, Patient

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Program #: 25-24Segment Type: Feature StoriesTopics: Immune System| Inflammation and Pain| Patient Care and Safety| Public Health| Public Safety| Research and DevelopmentMedical Conditions: Arthritis| Autoimmune Disease| Chronic Disease and Illness| Rheumatoid ArthritisGuests: Dr. Sam Asgarian| Emma LarsonInstitutions & Organizations: Guardant HealthHost: Greg JohnsonProducers: Jason Dickey| Kristen Farrah

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Since 1992, Radio Health Journal has been bringing listeners useful, verifiable information they can trust and rely on in the fields of medicine, science & technology, research, and the intersection of health & public policy. Both Radio Health Journal and sister show Viewpoints Radio are AURN productions.

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