The
Wisconsin Diabetes Prevention and Control Program
Diabetes is a costly, complex, and devastating chronic illness that poses
a major public health problem. It is the seventh leading cause of death in
Wisconsin, costing an estimated annual $4.52 billion in health care costs and
lost productivity. Each year, more than 1,200 Wisconsin residents die from
diabetes and many more suffer disabling complications, such as heart
disease, kidney disease, blindness, and amputations. This burden is higher
among minority populations. Much of the health and economic burden of
diabetes can be averted through known prevention measures.
The Wisconsin Diabetes Prevention and Control Program (DPCP) is
dedicated to improving the health of people at risk for or with
diabetes. Forming and maintaining strong, active partnerships is key
to achieving this mission.
The DPCP uses a statewide approach to improve the health of people at
risk for or with diabetes by:
- Working with health systems
- Designing population-based community interventions and health
communications
- Outreach to high-risk populations
- Conducting surveillance and evaluation of the burden of diabetes
- Coordinating efforts through the Wisconsin Diabetes Advisory Group (DAG)
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Last Revised: October 24, 2008 |
