Free Over the Counter Medicine Drive Helps Guilford County Families

NC MedAssist and community partners held a Mobile Free Pharmacy event at the Millis Regional Health Education Center in High Point on November 14, 2025, distributing free over the counter medicines to area residents. The giveaway supplied items such as pain relievers, cold and cough medicine, allergy medications, digestive remedies, vitamins and children’s medicines. Organizers offered a preorder option via the NC MedAssist online form to streamline pickup and reduce wait times.

The event is part of a series of Mobile Free Pharmacy efforts designed to help low income individuals and families obtain everyday treatments that are often unaffordable or inaccessible. Many Mobile Free Pharmacy events also pair medicine distribution with health screenings, vaccines and other community resources, creating one stop opportunities for preventive care and basic health needs. While this particular listing emphasized free over the counter items, the model aims to connect people with broader supports and to reduce avoidable strain on emergency services and family budgets.

For residents of Guilford County the immediate benefit is clear. Over the counter medicines can be expensive when purchased out of pocket, and missing routine treatments can exacerbate chronic conditions or force families to choose between medication and other essentials. By removing the cost barrier, the giveaway helped people treat acute symptoms and maintain day to day health, especially for children and older adults who rely on regular remedies.

Beyond the immediate distribution, the event underscores systemic issues in access to basic health supplies. Reliance on episodic giveaways points to broader gaps in the health care safety net, including inconsistent insurance coverage for over the counter products and limited access to affordable primary care. Public health experts note that sustained access to preventive medicines and regular screenings can reduce complications that drive higher cost care later on.

The Mobile Free Pharmacy model relies on partnerships between nonprofits, local health centers and volunteers, and it highlights how community based efforts supplement official services. For policymakers and local health planners, these events raise questions about how to fund and scale support for everyday health necessities in a way that reaches those most in need across Guilford County.

Residents who could not attend the November 14 event are encouraged to monitor NC MedAssist channels for future Mobile Free Pharmacy dates and to explore preorder options when available. Continued collaboration between community organizations, clinics and county health services will be necessary to translate short term distributions into long term improvements in health equity and access.