Forsyth County NC Health and Human Services

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

Real strength looks different on everyone. It’s okay to talk. It’s okay to ask for help. It’s okay to be you.

- Know your worth

- Reach out to someone

- Talk about how you feel

- Take care of your mind

- Give yourself grace

Remember, you’re not alone. We’re in this together.

06/12/2026

Learn about Forsyth Public Health's new nutrition newsletter along with summer health tips in the latest issue of Forsyth County News: https://forsyth.cc/newsletter/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=june

06/12/2026

Join POSSE (Prevent Ongoing Spreads of STIs Everywhere) at Winston -Salem Pride on Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in front of Hel's Bar at 545 Trade Street. They'll have free HIV/STI testing and education, games, swag and more!

06/11/2026

Abuse at any age is never the survivor's fault.

Our Forsyth County Bridges to Hope Family Justice Center serves individuals and families impacted by Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Elder Abuse, Child Maltreatment and Human Trafficking.

It's located at
725 Highland Avenue Annex 1
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
(336) 776-3255
Service Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm
https://forsyth.cc/bridgestohop

06/10/2026

We’re holding a Naloxone Training at Georgia Taylor Neighborhood Center, 1471 W. Clemmonsville Road, on June 16 from 6-7:30 p.m.

The Naloxone Training will teach participants how to reverse an opioid overdose. Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a nasal spray that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose within minutes. It is safe to use and is a critical resource in addressing the overdose epidemic. The training will include how to recognize signs of an overdose and how to administer naloxone as well as harm reduction strategies and support services available for those who are struggling with addiction. Participants will be provided with naloxone at no cost.

Monthly trainings will be held at different recreation centers or the Clark Campbell Transportation Center. For a full list of events, visit https://forsyth.cc/article.aspx?NewsID=29011

The trainings are a collaboration between Forsyth County Health and Human Services (HHS), City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks, and the Winston-Salem Transit Authority.

06/10/2026

Forsyth Social Services' Medicaid Division gave a presentation on changes to Medicaid Expansion that are expected to happen in October at yesterday's meeting of the Homeless Caucus. For more information on the changes, visit https://medicaid.ncdhhs.gov/beneficiaries/impact-hr-1-and-federal-changes-medicaid

The Homeless Caucus is held the second Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Forsyth County Central Library and is a place where community partners and individuals who are experiencing homelessness can come together to share their thoughts and resources in a safe environment to help those in the community. Forsyth County Peer Support Specialist Jose Perez moderates each meeting.

06/09/2026

UPDATE: This event has been cancelled due to the weather.

ORIGINAL POST: Join us on Wednesday, June 10, at 11 a.m. in front of the Forsyth County Department of Public Health, 799 N. Highland Ave, for our annual Men's Health walk around the HHS Campus.

06/08/2026

We’re holding a Health Resource Fair at the Georgia E. Taylor Neighborhood Center, 1471 W. Clemmonsville Road, on June 9 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

The fair features community organizations that offer healthcare, counseling and social service resources. The organizations will provide information on resources in addition to services such as free blood pressure screenings, various vaccines, Medicaid enrollment and more.

Monthly resource fairs will be held at different recreation centers or the Clark Campbell Transportation Center. For a full list of events, visit https://forsyth.cc/article.aspx?NewsID=29011

The Health Resource Fairs are a collaboration between Forsyth County Health and Human Services (HHS), City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks, and the Winston-Salem Transit Authority.

06/08/2026

As the weather heats up, be sure to take care of yourself and your loved ones:
- Drink plenty of fluids even if you don't feel thirsty.
- Never leave children or pets in cars.
- Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location as much as you can.
- Schedule outdoor activities carefully.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen.
- Pace yourself.
- Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
- Check on a friend or neighbor and have someone do the same for you.

Also be aware that our area has an ORANGE air quality alert for ground level ozone pollution that is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups Children, teenagers, older adults, people with heart and lung disease, and people who are active outdoors are all considered groups sensitive to ozone exposure. It is recommended that these groups limit prolonged or intense exertion outdoors and that they take frequent breaks.