Released by: Michigan Diabetes Prevention and Control Program (MDPCP) and Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI).

Diabetes is increasing in prevalence in the U.S.  Complications from uncontrolled diabetes can be costly in terms of treatment, morbidity and mortality. Four well-controlled, randomized trials have shown that type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed through physical activity, nutrition and weight loss. Considering the increasing prevalence of diabetes and the evidence showing that lifestyle changes can be beneficial to people of all ages, genders, and racial/ethnic groups, there is a need to identify effective strategies for implementing diabetes prevention programs.

The Michigan Diabetes Prevention and Control Program in conjunction with the Michigan Public Health Institute convened discussions with stakeholders internal to MDCH and from throughout the state to develop recommendations to address diabetes primary prevention. The result is the "Michigan Action Plan (MAP) for Diabetes Primary Prevention".

The recommendations contained in the Michigan Action Plan (MAP) for Diabetes Primary Prevention are clustered into six categories: resources, policy, community intervention, health systems, health communication, and evaluation. Also included in the plan are public health outcomes and statewide objectives.

Download the Michigan comprehensive plan to prevent diabetes.