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Charlotte, NC [January 21, 2026] – NC MedAssist will bring its Mobile Free Pharmacy to Mecklenburg County on Saturday, January 31, offering free over-the-counter medicine to individuals in need.
This event is free and open to the public. Participants can select items that include, but are not limited to, pain relievers, cold and cough medicine, antihistamines, digestive aids, vitamins, and children’s medicines. All items are subject to availability. Individuals must be at least 18 years old to receive medicine. No identification, proof of residency, or income eligibility is required. There is no need to register.
The event also serves as an opportunity to identify individuals who may need and qualify for NC MedAssist’s Free Pharmacy Program. Residents of North Carolina who are uninsured and fall at or below 300% of the poverty level can enroll to receive prescription medications at no cost.
This event is sponsored by Novant Health.
More information can be found at medassist.org/mobile-free-pharmacy
When: Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Greater Bethel AME Church, 5261 Ruth Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215
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NC MedAssist is on a mission to dispense hope through improved health. As North Carolina’s only statewide nonprofit pharmacy, NC MedAssist provides prescription medication at no cost to uninsured NC residents falling at or below 300% of the federal poverty level. NCMA also provides over-the-counter medicine to all NC residents through its OTC Free Store in Charlotte and at Mobile Free Pharmacy events through the state. To learn more about NC MedAssist, visit www.medassist.org
