Diabetes Programs
If you are concerned about diabetes, Emory has a variety of programs and services to help you prevent or manage diabetes.
Diabetes Prevention Program
The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a one-year, small group program that teaches you how to eat healthy, increase your physical activity and manage your stress in order to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. This national program was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A variety of morning, afternoon and evening virtual and in-person class options are available.
Employees on an Emory medical plan are eligible to receive up to $250 in medical plan incentives for participating.
To be eligible for the program, you must meet ALL of the following:
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or greater (for Asian Americans, 23 or greater)
- Not be previously diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes
- Not be pregnant
And meet at least ONE of the following:
- Have prediabetes diagnosed by a blood test
- Have a history of gestational diabetes
- Screen positive for prediabetes using the American Diabetes Association risk test
The Spring 2023 Cohort is now closed. If you would like to determine if you are eligible for the Fall 2023 Cohort and join the waitlist, complete the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Eligibility Form now. You will receive an email with your results within 3-4 business days.
*Eligibility form will require all employees to login with their Emory Network ID and password to access. Emory Healthcare employees: this may require the use of your n number (for example: n#######)
Video
To learn more about eligibility criteria required to participate in the DPP, watch this video:
Diabetes Prevention Program Testimonials
Hear from Emory employees who participated in the DPP Program.
Diabetes Management
At Emory, diabetes, has profound effects on our employees and their families. To help manage your diabetes, view our list of resources:
If you have questions, or would like to learn more, email us at healthyemory@emory.edu or call 404-712-3775.