Pre-Diabetes Information

Do you have or are you at risk for for prediabetes?

The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a CDC-recognized program designed to help prevent or delay type-2 diabetes. Through a year long program you will learn healthy habits such as increasing physical activity, eating healthier, and reducing stress.

This year-long program includes:

• 16 weekly classes
• Six monthly classes
• Healthy eating
• Physical activity
• Tools and encouragement
• Group setting

 

Upcoming Classes

• Current Cohort Began: January 8th, 2025 (see the 2025 Diabetes Prevention Program flyer)
• Classes meet at the Johnston County Public Health Department.
• Upcoming classes are shown in the column to the right. 

If you have any questions about the program, please contact:

Mary Banks, BS, CHES® Public Health Education Specialist
mary.banks@johnstonnc.gov
919-989-5200

• Take the Prediabetes Risk Test Today!
• View or download the Program Referral Form
  
  

More Information and Resources

• American Diabetes Association
• NC DHHS Diabetes Prevention and Control Branch
• Johnston UNC Health Care: Diabetes Education Program
• Johnston UNC Health Care: Diabetes Support Group