North Carolina Diabetes Advisory Council

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.

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.

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.

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2024 DAC Awards

Nominations for the 2025 DAC Awards are open from May 1 through July 31.

The DAC Awards and Scholarship celebrate individuals and groups who demonstrate excellence in diabetes prevention, care, education, and management.

Award recipients will be honored on October 3, 2025, immediately following the DAC Meeting.

Learn more about the DAC Awards and nominate someone today.


Click here for photos of the current and past award winners.

DAC Meetings:

Upcoming DAC Meetings


Previous DAC Meetings


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North Carolina’s Guide to Diabetes Prevention and Management, 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.

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Diabetes Prevention and Management Resources