As we grow older, you might be wondering how you can maintain your physical and mental health. Both are equally important but seem to decline as you age. However, there are things you can do to help maintain good physical and mental health.

Physiologist Hilton Ferguson joins Dr. Veita Bland with tips for keeping you healthy as you age.

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An estimated 68% of U.S. households have a pet. Studies show that having a pets can reduce loneliness, increase feelings of social support, and boost your mood.

Dr. Alexandria Farris, DVM an associate veterinarian with Southeast Community Animal Hospital in Greensboro, North Carolina joins Dr. Veita Bland, MD with tips and advice for keeping your pets healthy.

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According to the American Psychological Association’s latest Stress in America report, Generation Z—young adults born in the mid-1990s and early 2000s experienced a dramatic rise in psychological distress and depressive symptoms. In fact, researchers found that increases in Gen Z depression are more significant than in any other age group.

The report concludes that Gen Z adults and younger millennials are “completely overwhelmed” by stress. Licensed Professional Counselor Dr. Omi Dobbins, who has been treating Gen Z adults, younger millennials and their families cope with the pressures of post pandemic life, joins Dr. Veita Bland to discuss what is going with Gen Z.

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