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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

On this episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland is joined by Dr. Lewis Ross Brown (Environmental Toxicologist) and Dr. Shamara Brown (Environmental Chemist) to uncover the hidden dangers in Am...

In this powerful episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland is joined by Mrs. Kaleah Cowsar-Tate, a licensed professional counselor and clinical supervisor, for an in-depth conversation on Black wom...

Host Dr. Veita Bland, MD welcomes lifestyle and travel expert Carman Palmer for a lively and insightful conversation on this summer’s biggest travel trends.From solo journeys to eco-conscious escapes, local immersion, and d...

This week on It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland welcomes back veterinarian Dr. Alexandria Farish from Southeast Community Animal Hospital. 🐾 Together, they dive into smart travel tips for pet owners, how to choose the be...

On this powerful episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with housing expert Yyokkia Lawson to uncover the deep ties between where we live and how we live. From asthma to anxiety, eviction to education—this c...

Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Dr. Mark D. Cook—Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology and Immunology—for an eye-opening conversation on how exercise works like medicine, transforming everything from heart health to gut health, immun...

Sneezing, itchy eyes, and that relentless pollen? You’re not alone! On this episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland dives into the realities of allergy season with guests Dr. Joel Gallagher and Chrissy Dale, Famil...

In the latest episode of It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland, MD interviews Phyllis Hightower, author of Ten Keys to Avoid Debt, The Devil's Evil Borrowing Trap. They discuss how financial stress affects mental and p...

It's Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and we're diving deep into the importance of early screening and prevention on It's a Matter of Your Health! 🩺💙Host Dr. Veita Bland, a hypertension specialist and family me...

Mental health counseling is more important than ever, with over 59 million adults in the U.S. seeking treatment in 2023. The stigma surrounding mental health has decreased, encouraging more people to get the help they need.

Host Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Dr. Anthony Fletcher, the 20th President of the Association of Black Cardiologists. They dive into the importance of education, prevention, and equitable access to quality cardiovascular care.

On this week's It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland, MD welcomes back Lizzie Post, co-president of the Emily Post Institute and co-host of the Awesome Etiquette podcast! 🏛️✨We dive into the eti...

In this episode of It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland  welcomes back Dr. Icilma Fergus, a renowned cardiologist and professor at Mount Sinai, to discuss the critical importance of heart health and preve...

This episode of It's a Matter of Your Health uncovers the truth about heart disease, hypertension, and the health disparities affecting Black communities. Dr. Veita Bland welcomes renowned cardiologist Dr. Keith C. Ferdinand to discuss...

In this episode of It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Dr. Benita Varnado a double board-certified OBGYN and lifestyle medicine expert. They discuss holistic approaches to menopause, mental health, and the powe...

This week on "It's a Matter of Your Health", Dr. Kardie Tobb  and host Dr Veita Bland dives into heart health essentials. From understanding heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes to the imp...

In this inspiring episode of It's a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Vita Bland sits down with Coach Hilton Ferguson, a certified personal trainer, exercise physiologist, and nutrition counselor. Together, they explore how intentionality can...

Self-care encompasses all the ways we nurture our physical, mental, and emotional well-being.On this week’s episode of “It’s A Matter of Your Health,” host Dr. Veita Bland, MD, sits down with Licensed Therapist and Wellness Coac...

Wellness is the practice of embracing healthy habits daily to improve both physical and mental health, allowing you to move beyond mere survival to truly thriving. Understanding the significance of wellness requires recognizing its deep ...

Dr. Consistence Epps, DDS, joins Dr. Veita Bland, MD to answer your dental questions.