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It’s a Matter of Your Health with Dr. Veita Bland
Episodes
149 episodes
Modern Manners in a Digital World
On this edition of It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland welcomed etiquette expert Lizzie Post, co-president of the Emily Post Institute and co-host of the Awesome Etiquette Podcast, for a timely conversation on g...
Clearing the Air on Allergies
This week’s episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health delivers timely, practical, and life-saving insight into a topic affecting millions - allergies. Featuring expert voices like Dr. Joel Gallagher and Nurse Practitioner Ann Ames...
Aging Strong: Protecting Mental Health in Every Season of Life
In this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland is joined by Dr. Patricia Whitfield to explore the critical connection between aging and mental health. From isolation, grief, and caregiving stress to ageism and cogniti...
Mail Bag Show
Spring into better health with this powerful Mailbag episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health featuring Dr. Veita Bland! From quality sleep and clean eating to stress management, physical activity, and meaningful relationships, this epi...
The Caregiver Crisis: Support, Stress & Solutions
Nearly 63 million Americans are caregivers—and many are overwhelmed, exhausted, and unseen. On this powerful episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland, MD sits down with Alexis Williams, Executive Director ...
Colon Cancer Awareness: Prevention, Screening, and Gut Health Essentials
In this powerful episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland (hypertension specialist, family medicine) welcomes guest Dr. Jyothi Mann, gastroenterologist, to discuss colon cancer awareness, preventio...
The Urgency of Black Maternal Health
During It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland, MD welcomes Dr. Kardie Tobb, D.O., a leading expert in women’s heart health, to address the urgent crisis of Black maternal health. They discuss how Black women f...
From Puberty to Power, A Woman’s Health Journey: Understanding the stages of life
In this powerful Women’s History Month edition of It’s A Matter Of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland interviews Dr. Benita Varnado, founder of WE Holistic Wellcare Center and a board-certified OB/GYN, to discuss women’s h...
Affordability and Your Health
On this powerful episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland sits down with consumer expert and real estate professional Carmen Palmer to explore how rising costs are impacting our health and daily lives...
Despair or Destiny? Reimagining Masculinity in a Changing World
In this powerful episode of It’s A Matter Of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Rev. Dr. Matthew L. Brown to confront a conversation many avoid—the growing crisis among boys and men. Drawing on the research of Richard V. Reeve...
Take The Time, Simple Steps to Better Health
In this empowering episode of It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland delivers a timely “house call” reminding listeners to slow down and be intentional about caring for their bodies. She offers practical, affordable guidance on nu...
Living with MS: Awareness, Advocacy, and the Power of Community
On this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland, M.D. sheds light on multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic neurological disease affecting nearly one million Americans. Joined by Dr. Dewan L. Lee, PhD, a higher education l...
The Mail Bag Show
This week’s Mailbag Show tackles real questions from listeners across the country with practical, science-based guidance. Dr. Vida Bland addresses winter dry skin and shares simple steps to protect and restore skin health, from gentle ...
Staying Healthy in a Tough Flu Season
In this episode, Dr. Veita Bland is joined by Dr. Cynthia Snyder, infectious disease expert and Director of Infection Prevention at Moses Cone Hospital, to break down what’s happening with this intense flu season, vaccine updates, and how famil...
Building Healthy Habits That Last
On this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland is joined by fitness expert Coach Hilton Ferguson of Full-Time Fitness to start 2026 on the right foot. They discuss why big goals need daily vision, how nutrition is more importa...
The Mouth Matters More Than You Think!
In this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with pediatric dentist Dr. Connie Epps for a powerful conversation on why oral health is more than just a smile—it's a window into your overall we...
When the Pressure Breaks: Understanding the Surge in Youth Suicide
In this powerful episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Dr. Nanette Funderburk of the SEL Group to unpack the troubling rise in suicides among young people.They discuss: • The intense pr...
It’s a Matter of Your Health — Mailbag Edition!
This week on It’s a Matter of Your Health, Producer Marben Bland stepped in to guest-host alongside Dr. Veita Bland for one of our most popular segments — the Mailbag Show!Listeners from across the count...
Winter Wellness for Your Furry Friends
As the temperature drops, our pets feel the chill too! In this insightful episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland welcomes veterinarian Dr. Alexandria Farris of Southeast Community Animal Hospital in Greensboro,...
Your Medicare Made Simple: Smart Choices for Better Coverage and Savings
Medicare doesn’t have to be confusing — or costly! In this week’s episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Jeannie Skepsie from the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIP) to brea...
Mammograms Matter: The Truth About Breast Health
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is more than pink ribbons—it's about action and education. In this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with radiologist Dr. Ashley Hawkins to break down everything you need t...
Demystifying AI: What You Need to Know for Smarter Health Choices
On this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland, a hypertension specialist and family medicine doctor, welcomes guests Linda G. Butler, Dr. Sheila Brown, and Suzelle Wyville-Jones, co-a...
The Scoop On The Poop: Pet Waste, Public Health, and Community Pride
Did you know that dogs in the U.S. produce over 10 million tons of waste every year? 🐶💩 How we handle this daily reality affects more than just our lawns — it impacts our public health, environment, and neighborhood prid...
“Shots of Hope: What You Need to Know About Vaccines This Season
On this week’s episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland, MD, talks with Dr. Cynthia B. Snyder, Medical Director of Infection Prevention at Cone Health. Together, they break down what you need to know ...
Hope on the Waitlist: Why Minority Organ Donation Matters
On this week’s episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland, MD is joined by Danielle Bumarch, RN, JD, President & CEO of HonorBridge, and Sherman Transou, leadership coach and heart transplant s...
