Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services

06/13/2026

Today, we’re celebrating Family Health & Fitness Day! Post a picture of you and family being active together!

06/12/2026

Check out our very own Mr. Gaston Guard making an appearance at this fun event! Stop by tomorrow from 9-2:30 and join in on the fun, education and so much more!

06/12/2026

Take control of your health! HIV testing is fast and free at our National HIV Testing Day event hosted by GHOP and Phoenix Counseling.

06/11/2026

Virtual Breastfeeding Class

Gaston County WIC is here to support you on your feeding journey!
Join our FREE virtual breastfeeding class held every third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM. This class is perfect for pregnant individuals, new parents, and support partners who want helpful, evidence-based guidance in a comfortable, online setting.

✨ Learn about:
• Getting started with breastfeeding
• Latching and positioning
• Milk supply and common challenges
• Local resources and support

📅 When: Every 3rd Wednesday
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
💻 Where: Virtual (join from home!)
👉 Registration is suggested by not required. Scan the QR Code, follow the link, or call 704-853-5181 to sign up.
Support, education, and encouragement—right where you are 💙

06/11/2026

Come before 10:30 to talk to Gina from Senior TLC and get some swag! She shared this poster with us for all the details:

06/11/2026

If you’re looking to add more flavor to your drinks without all that added sugar, try adding berries, lemon slices, or cucumber to your water. 🍓🍋🥒 It’s refreshing and healthy! https://bit.ly/4kqieHu

Sugary drinks are the leading source of added sugars in the U.S. See tricks to rethink your drink.

06/10/2026

HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD BE A GOOD SPORT, WHETHER THEY WIN OR LOSE

For many children, playing games and sports is all about having fun with family, friends and teammates. For others, it can feel a lot more intense. When they’re winning, they feel on top of the world, but when they’re losing, they feel miserable.

If your child struggles with losing, gets upset during games or finds competition overwhelming, you’re not alone. And it can leave you wondering how to respond in ways that support your child—without taking the fun out of play.

Games, sports and competition can be a great source of pleasure and pride, but challenges often occur when the focus is on winning. By taking the focus off winning, using positive reinforcement, role modeling good sportsmanship and helping your child cope with big feelings, you can help them learn how to be a good sport and work in a team.

When children have fun playing well with others, it benefits their social and emotional development, helps build their confidence and supports them to develop positive relationships. Playing sports is also beneficial for their physical and mental health. Learning to handle both winning and losing is all part of this, and an important life skill that takes time and patience.

Find out more in Triple P’s article on How to help your child be a good sport, whether they win or lose.

06/09/2026

Two numbers. One goal: keeping you safe. 911 for emergencies, 988 for emotional support.

06/08/2026

The Community Meals Training is designed for individuals interested in holding large meal events, such as fundraisers, church meals, or volunteer meals after a disaster. The training includes a free meal, food safety manual, and a free thermometer.

06/08/2026

The services for individuals with opioid use disorder offered by GEMS are saving lives in Gaston County. Check out this video to hear how these services helped one Gaston County resident go from addiction to recovery.