Guilford County Division of Public Health (GCDPH) shifted to a community and mobile model in delivering COVID-19 vaccines in July 2021. At the height of the pandemic, this expanded clinic capacity and increased vaccine access and confidence.  

Since that time, GCDPH continues to pilot innovative ways to use three mobile units in the community to reduce access barriers and meet community members where they are. By leveraging mobility, these efforts ensure that individuals facing barriers to care receive the support they need. 

These mobile units actively support the following Public Health services by working with community partners in numerous settings:

• Community Access Points (CAP) are locations like libraries and community and fitness centers within neighborhoods that serve as places of connection for Public Health to provide information and select clinical services.
• Integrated Targeted Testing Services (ITTS) offers education and testing for sexually transmitted infections and HIV.
• Guilford County Drug Injury and Prevention Program, collaborates with GCSTOP (Guilford County Solution to the Opioid Problem), to expand access to critical harm reduction services and opioid overdose prevention efforts, bringing life-saving resources directly to communities most impacted by the opioid crisis. Services include education, naloxone distribution, syringe exchange services, and referrals to treatment and support programs. 
• Mpox community education and vaccinations to high-risk individuals.
• Seasonal flu shots.
• Required immunizations at select schools through our School Health and Clinical Services programs. 

GCPDH continues to explore other uses such as diabetes screening and referrals to primary care.

GCDPH had an expanded mobile presence at 136 mobile events in 2024, ensuring broader access to services. This presence was coordinated by community health educator, Toby Durham.