Forsyth County Department of Public Health

We had a great time at our Employee Fitness Night for Forsyth County Government employees on Thursday evening. Thank you to everyone came out and all our instructors and partners who helped make it happen!

We offer no cost COVID-19 and flu shots at the Forsyth County Department of Public Health, 799 N. Highland Ave.

La Semana Nacional de Vacunación contra la Influenza es un buen momento para considerar los muchos beneficios de esta forma de protección: Puede reducir tus posibilidades de contraer gripe, salvar a personas de todas las edades y proteger a quienes te rodean. Vacúnate y ayuda a mantener nuestras comunidades a salvo de la gripe.

National Influenza Vaccination Week is a great time to consider the many benefits of the flu vaccine. It can reduce your chances of getting sick with the flu, be lifesaving for all ages, and protect the people around you. Help keep our communities safe from the flu and get vaccinated.

POSSE Health and Galilee Missionary Baptist Church are holding a testing event in honor of World AIDS Day today until 4 p.m. at Food Lion, 1499 New Walkertown Road. Free gift cards are available for participants while supplies lasts

Empower Yourself: Preventing HIV/AIDS Starts with Knowledge!

This , take a step towards a healthier future by learning more about preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS. Visit https://possehealth.org/ for valuable resources, information, and tools to protect yourself and your community.

Knowledge is power! Let's spread awareness and work together to create a world where HIV/AIDS is a thing of the past. POSSE Health

🎗️ **World AIDS Day: Unite in the Fight! 🌍**

Today, on , let's come together to raise awareness, show support, and stand in solidarity with those affected by HIV/AIDS. Together, we can break the stigma, spread knowledge, and work towards a world free of discrimination.

🕊️Join us in honoring the lives lost, supporting those living with HIV, and advocating for a future without new infections. Let's make compassion and understanding go viral! https://possehealth.org/

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Forsyth County Department of Public Health is partnering with Galilee Missionary Baptist Church for a testing event in honor of World AIDS Day on Friday, Dec. 1 from 2-4 p.m. at Food Lion, 1499 New Walkertown Road.

The event will include free testing for HIV and STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) and educational resources on STI prevention by Forsyth Public Health’s POSSE Health program. There will also be gift card giveaways for participants while supplies last.

Both organizations hope to raise awareness about the importance of regular testing and staying informed about HIV and other STIs.

The final Medicaid Expansion Townhall is on Nov. 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Central Library, 660 W 5th St.

It'll cover who is eligible for Medicaid Expansion and how to apply.

Medicaid Expansion begins December 1 and opens up eligibility to individuals and families ages 19-64 that didn’t previously qualify who meet the income and citizenship criteria. Current beneficiaries with full Medicaid coverage won’t see changes to their coverage.

We'll be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Forsyth County Behavorial Health Services is holding a panel discussion today (Nov. 14) in recognition of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week at 6 p.m. in the Central Library, 660 W. 5th St.

Here are the hours for our COVID-19 and flu shot clinic at the Forsyth County Department of Public Health, 799 N. Highland Ave.

Enrollment time is HERE! The Adolescent Health Programs are enrolling preteens and teens for the January - June 2024 program cycle! Flourish & M3 will be held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Unify will be held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 4:30 p.m.-6:30pm. Enrollment forms along with transportation waivers can be found on the County website under "Teen Services" during the enrollment period. All forms will need to be submitted via physical copy or scanned into the Adolescent Health Coordinator. If you have any questions, please contact Au'Shonna Langley, Adolescent Health Coordinator, at [email protected] or 336-703-3180. https://www.co.forsyth.nc.us/HHS/teen_services.aspx

Forsyth County Department of Public Health To engage community and partner organizations so all residents of our community can achieve optimal

Healthy Forsyth will be holding Community Conversations to get input on barriers to healthy living from seniors who live in the 27101, 27105 and 27107 zip codes.

Nov. 8, 12 – 2 p.m.
Dedicated Senior Medical Center
3409 Thomasville Road

Nov. 15, 12 – 2 p.m.
Oak Street Health
2668 Peters Creek Parkway

The first 25 participant will receive free food and a gift card at each meeting.

If you are unable to attend, you can submit your input through an online survey at bit.ly/HealthyForsythSurvey. Printed copies are available by contacting Healthy Forsyth Program Manager TaWanna Archia at [email protected].

The Healthy Forsyth Coalition is inviting the public to its Community Conversations to find out their thoughts and ideas about their neighborhood and problems that prevent them from living a healthy life.

Healthy Forsyth Coalition is a grant-funded program by Duke Endowment to address chronic conditions in zip codes 27101, 27105 & 27107. It connects community members to resources and will hold listening sessions to determine strategic priorities to remove barriers to care of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and mental health. The program includes strategic partners from Forsyth County Public Health, Novant Health, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, local medical clinics, nonprofit organizations and community residents.

Healthy Forsyth is holding Community Conversations to get input on barriers to healthy living in the 27101, 27105 and 27107 zip codes.

Nov. 6, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
William R. Anderson Jr. Community Center
(formerly Reynolds Park Recreation Center)
2450 Reynolds Park Road

Nov. 13, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Carl Russell Community Center
3521 Carver School Road
(Community Meeting Room)

The first 25 participant will receive free food and a gift card at each meeting.

If you are unable to attend, you can submit your input through an online survey at bit.ly/HealthyForsythSurvey. Printed copies are available by contacting Healthy Forsyth Program Manager TaWanna Archia at [email protected].

The Healthy Forsyth Coalition is inviting the public to its Community Conversations to find out their thoughts and ideas about their neighborhood and problems that prevent them from living a healthy life.

Healthy Forsyth Coalition is a grant-funded program by Duke Endowment to address chronic conditions in zip codes 27101, 27105 & 27107. It connects community members to resources and will hold listening sessions to determine strategic priorities to remove barriers to care of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and mental health. The program includes strategic partners from Forsyth County Public Health, Novant Health, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, local medical clinics, nonprofit organizations and community residents.

Here's the schedule for this week's COVID-19 and flu shot clinic. We'll be closed on Friday for the Veterans Day holiday on Friday.

The inaugural issue of the HHS Insight newsletter is now available, providing information and updates on Forsyth County Health and Human Services:https://forsyth.cc/hhs/assets/documents/hhsinsightnovember2023.pdf

Forsyth HHS consists of Public Health, Social Services, Behavioral Health Services, and Bridges to Hope Family Justice Center. The newsletter provides an overview of what each department does, an update on plans for the HHS campus located on Highland Avenue and current news, like information on Medicaid Expansion.

Community conversations on health barriers to be held in November Healthy Forsyth invites some Winston-Salem residents to share what prevents them from living a healthy life.

What a thrilling day it's been at the Forsyth County Department of Public Health 👻😄 Our team had a blast dressing up on this spooky day.

Nurse-Family Partnership client graduation took place yesterday at Kaleideum North, where we had the pleasure of hosting 12 clients and 20 children. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the dedicated volunteers, the NFP staff, and Kaleideum for their invaluable contributions in making this event a resounding success. 🎓👏

Forsyth County will hold another Resource Fair with the Winston-Salem Transit Authority on Nov. 1 from 1-4 p.m. at the downtown bus station. Partner agencies in attendance will include Daymark Recovery Services, Social Services, Forsyth Public Health Dental Clinic, Forsyth Men's Health Program, Green Tree Peer Support Center, Insight Human Services, Novant, Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC, Shalom Project, City with Dwellings, Twin City Harm Reduction, Forsyth County Mobile Integrated Healthcare, City of W.S BEAR Team. Forsyth Behavioral Health Services, Partners Health Management. City of W.S Building Integrated Communities, Forsyth Public Health POSSE and more.

Her are the hours for this week's flu and COVID vaccine clinics, including evening hours for this Thursday.

It's Dental Hygiene Awareness Month, and this year’s theme is Everyday Extraordinary. Our dental hygienists are no exception! With your dedication to patients, commitment to advancing oral health in your community, and upholding the highest standards of practice, you are Everyday Extraordinary. For additional information or to book an appointment contact 336-703-3090. https://www.forsyth.cc/PublicHealth/cadc/

Habrá un evento de entrega de medicamentos desde su vehiculo en la escuela Bolton Primary, el Sábado, el 28 de Octubre, de 10 a.m.-2 p.m. La escuela se encuentra en 1250 Bolton St. Winston-Salem, NC. Usted puede deshacerse de forma segura de los medicamentos no utilizados o vencidos, incluyendo recetas, medicamentos de venta libre, medicamentos para mascotas y productos afilados como dispositivos con una aguja.

There will be a Drive-Thru Drop-Off Med Disposal Event at Bolton Elementary on Saturday, 1250 Bolton St, on Oct. 28, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. You can safely dispose of unused or expired medications including prescriptions, over-the-counter medication, pet medications and sharp products like devices with a needle.

The Third Annual Forsyth Fun Fest will be Saturday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 799 N. Highland Avenue in Winston-Salem. It'll feature free food, music and a job fair.

The event will also feature games, raffles, voter registration, music, kids' activities, COVID and Flu vaccinations, STD testing, fire truck tour, ambulance tour, sheriff vehicle display, information on benefits and services, and more!

The Fun Fest is an opportunity for Forsyth County Government to connect with the community and for residents to learn about county services, some of which will be offered at the event.

There are now six Certified Healthy Stores in Forsyth County.! These stores are located in food deserts and allow residents to have access to healthy, affordable foods. The participating stores also receive free produce from Take What You Need, a program that involves a community garden that donates all the food it produces.

Forsyth.cc - Forsyth County Gains Three More Certified Healthy Stores There are now six Certified Healthy Stores in Forsyth County. These stores are located in food deserts and allow residents to have access to healthy, affordable foods. The participating stores also receive free produce from Take What You Need, a program that involves a community garden that donates....

Usted está cordialmente invitado a una conversación de la comunidad para conocer sus opiniones e ideas entorno a su vecindario y los problemas que pueda estar experimentando y que le impiden tener una vida saludable. Si vive en los códigos postales 27101, 27105 y 27107, ¡queremos escucharle!

Estas sesiones están dedicadas a la comunidad de personas de la tercera edad. Si tiene 60 años en adelante, esta sesión está diseñada solo para usted y que atienda sus necesidades específicas de un modo y entorno seguro. Comida GRATIS y una tarjeta de regalo para los primeros 25 participantes quienes se presenten.

Hemos configurado las siguientes sesiones que se enumeran a continuación. Si no puedes asistir, escanee el código Qr en la parte inferior de la página para acceder a la encuesta en línea. Si necesita un impreso cópielo, envíe un correo electrónico al administrador del programa de Forsyth Saludable/Healthy Forsyth que figura a continuación.

Programación:

El 1 de noviembre del 2023
Iglesia Second New Bethel Baptist Church
12:00 – 2:00 PM
1900 New Walkertown Road
Winston Salem, NC 27101

El 8 de noviembre del 2023
12:00 – 2:00 PM
Centro médico exclusivo para personas mayores
3409 Thomasville Road
Winston Salem, NC. 27107
Sala de Reuniones/Meeting room

El 15 de noviembre del 2023
12:00 – 2:00 PM
Oak Street Health
2668 Peters Creek Parkway
Winston Salem, NC 27127


Para más información contactar a:
TaWanna Archia
[email protected]
336-703-3389

Forsyth County Department of Public Health To engage community and partner organizations so all residents of our community can achieve optimal

Healthy Forsyth will be holding Community Conversations to get input on barriers to healthy living from seniors who live in the 27101, 27105 and 27107 zip codes.

The Healthy Forsyth Coalition is inviting the public to its Community Conversations to find out their thoughts and ideas about their neighborhood and problems that prevent them from living a healthy life.

The first 25 participant will receive free food and a gift card at each meeting.

Nov. 1, 12 – 2 p.m.
Second New Bethel Baptist Church
1900 New Walkertown Road
Lower Level in the Fellowship Hall

Nov. 8, 12 – 2 p.m.
Dedicated Senior Medical Center
3409 Thomasville Road

Nov. 15, 12 – 2 p.m.
Oak Street Health
2668 Peters Creek Parkway

If you are unable to attend, you can submit your input through an online survey at bit.ly/HealthyForsythSurvey. Printed copies are available by contacting Healthy Forsyth Program Manager TaWanna Archia at [email protected].

Healthy Forsyth Coalition is a grant-funded program by Duke Endowment to address chronic conditions in zip codes 27101, 27105 & 27107. It connects community members to resources and will hold listening sessions to determine strategic priorities to remove barriers to care of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and mental health. The program includes strategic partners from Forsyth County Public Health, Novant Health, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, local medical clinics, nonprofit organizations and community residents.

Forsyth County Department of Public Health To engage community and partner organizations so all residents of our community can achieve optimal

Usted está cordialmente invitado a una conversación de la comunidad para conocer sus opiniones e ideas entorno a su vecindario y los problemas que pueda estar experimentando y que le impiden tener una vida saludable. Si vive en los códigos postales 27101, 27105 y 27107, ¡queremos escucharle! Comida GRATIS y una tarjeta de regalo para los primeros 25 participantes quienes se presenten.

Hemos configurado las siguientes sesiones que se enumeran a continuación. Si no puede asistir, escanee el código Qr en la parte inferior de la página para acceder a la encuesta en línea. Si necesita un impreso cópielo, envíe un correo electrónico al administrador del programa de Forsyth Saludable/Healthy Forsyth que figura a continuación.

Programación:

El 1 de noviembre del 2023
Iglesia Second New Bethel Baptist Church
5:30 – 7:00 PM
1900 New Walkertown Road
Winston Salem, NC 27101
En el nivel bajo del Fellowship Hall

El 6 de noviembre del 2023
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Centro comunitario William R. Anderson Jr.
(Antes Reynolds Park Recreating Center)
2450 Reynolds Park Road
Winston Salem, NC 27107
Community Meeting Room


El 13 de noviembre del 2023
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Centro: Carl Russell Community Center
3521 Carver School Road
Winston Salem, NC 27105

Para más información contactar a:
TaWanna Archia
[email protected]
336-703-3389

Healthy Forsyth will be holding Community Conversations to get input on barriers to healthy living in the 27101, 27105 and 27107 zip codes.

The Healthy Forsyth Coalition is inviting the public to its Community Conversations to find out their thoughts and ideas about their neighborhood and problems that prevent them from living a healthy life.

The first 25 participant will receive free food and a gift card at each meeting.

Nov. 1, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Second New Bethel Baptist Church
1900 New Walkertown Road
(Lower Level in the Fellowship Hall)

Nov. 6, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
William R. Anderson Jr. Community Center
(formerly Reynolds Park Recreation Center)
2450 Reynolds Park Road

Nov. 13, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Carl Russell Community Center
3521 Carver School Road
(Community Meeting Room)

If you are unable to attend, you can submit your input through an online survey at bit.ly/HealthyForsythSurvey. Printed copies are available by contacting Healthy Forsyth Program Manager TaWanna Archia at [email protected].

Healthy Forsyth Coalition is a grant-funded program by Duke Endowment to address chronic conditions in zip codes 27101, 27105 & 27107. It connects community members to resources and will hold listening sessions to determine strategic priorities to remove barriers to care of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and mental health. The program includes strategic partners from Forsyth County Public Health, Novant Health, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, local medical clinics, nonprofit organizations and community residents.

October is Safe Sleep month and Forsyth County Department of Public Health is taking the . This activity uses competition to teach everyone what a safe sleep environment looks like. The participants get 10 seconds to clear the crib of all clutter but leave in the acceptable item(s).