Diabetes Advisory Council of North Carolina

The Diabetes Advisory Council (DAC) of North Carolina was created in 1984 as an advisory group to the Diabetes Prevention and Control program. The DAC works to reduce the burden of diabetes through coordination among the many stakeholders in diabetes control in North Carolina.

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Core Responsibilities:

  • Educate and publicly validate early detection, treatment and self-management training for diabetes control, as a health priority for all North Carolinians.
  • Provide scientific credibility and public validity for new service priority areas and interventions based on evolving clinical and epidemiological studies and technology.
  • Foster interagency collaboration and networking for identification, utilization and expansion of resources for diabetes control services.
  • Evaluate, present and propose strategies for the control of diabetes in North Carolina in terms of assessed need, estimated costs, potential benefits and probability of success of each strategy.

The 2026 DAC Awards

Each year, the North Carolina Diabetes Advisory Council (NC DAC) honors individuals and organizations that demonstrate excellence in diabetes prevention and management.


The nomination cycle has ended. Awardees will be recognized October 9, 2026 at the Fall DAC Meeting.


Download additional details and past award winners

Join our engaging organization focused on collaborative leadership, advocacy, and resource-sharing to address diabetes across diverse communities. As a member, you'll benefit from a growing clinical and community-based partnership team and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in reducing and addressing diabetes for North Carolinians.

Member or Collaborator Interest Form

North Carolina’s Guide to Prevention and Management of Diabetes, 3rd Edition

This guide includes basic information about diabetes, its effects on the North Carolina population, and suggestions on how individuals can prevent and manage the disease.

Learn More About the Guide

Diabetes Prevention and Management Resources

2022 National Diabetes Statistics Report (CDC)
The National Clinical Care Commission Report to Congress.

National Clinical Care Commission Issues Final Report on Improving Diabetes Prevention and Treatment
Recommendations to Better Leverage Federal Policies and Programs to Prevent and Control Diabetes.


American Diabetes Association's Diabetes Medical Management Plan
Safe at Schoolspan® is pleased to offer its updated Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP), a fillable form for use by schools and pediatric diabetes health care providers.

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Diabetes North Carolina is a program of the 
Community and Clinical Connections for Prevention and Health Branch.

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