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Arizona Diabetes Program

Arizona Diabetes Coalition

Purpose
The purpose of the Arizona Diabetes Coalition is to reduce the burden of diabetes on individuals, families, communities, the health care system, and Arizona. This is done by increasing awareness of diabetes, advocating for and promoting policies and programs that improve access to care, treatment, and outcomes for people with diabetes and those at risk for developing diabetes.

The Coalition is guided by the Arizona Diabetes Strategic Plan, 2008-2013PDF and, effective January 1, 2006, operates according to by-laws.PDF

Any individual or organization with an interest in diabetes and a commitment to the goals and purposes of the coalition are invited to join. Please email diabetes@azdhs.gov to become a member.

Coalition Committees
The Coalition has three standing committees. Ad hoc committees may be appointed or dissolved for special purposes with the concurrence of the Leadership Council.

  1. Advocacy Committee – Creates a high level of awareness regarding the epidemic of diabetes and the public and private cost of this devastating disease among public policy makers in Arizona.
  2. Education Committee – Creates a coordinated community education program for providers, patients and families, and raises awareness regarding diabetes in Arizona.
  3. Surveillance Committee – Statistically identifies the burden of diabetes in Arizona, and promotes a sustainable system for monitoring diabetes and the care received by individuals with diabetes in Arizona.

For committee meeting information, please e-mail diabetes@azdhs.gov.

Guidelines for Food at MeetingsPDF
The Arizona Diabetes Coalition, whose members are experts and leaders in the field of diabetes in Arizona, promotes healthy eating and lifestyles for all people. In order to "walk the walk" the Diabetes Leadership Council adopted and approved the American Diabetes Association meal guidance.

Arizona Adult Diabetes Practice GuidePDF
The Arizona Diabetes Coalition adapted and adopted the American Diabetes Coalition Clinical Practice Recommendations to prepare this guide. The Coalition supports the guide and works to ensure that all Arizonans with diabetes receive the proper care and treatment.

Leadership Council

The activities of the Arizona Diabetes Coalition are conducted under the direction of the Leadership Council.