Addiction Crisis in Forsyth County

Alcohol-related deaths are surging in Forsyth County and across North Carolina, prompting urgent action from behavioral health experts. Shannon Rudisill, a survivor of addiction, shares how her drinking spiraled into ruin—losing her job, home, and family—until a DWI arrest forced her to seek help. Now sober for 13 years and working at Refuge Crisis Support, she champions peer recovery and urges everyone: addiction can strike anyone, but recovery is possible. With over 1,700 alcohol-related deaths reported statewide this year—and white men aged 25-64 most affected—experts warn that social norms often hide the crisis. But hope remains: help is available through medical care, safe spaces, and support groups. Recovery is tough, often requiring multiple tries—but reaching out is the first step. Call 988 anytime for support. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d1b61cf2524bda1c