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Prisma Health On Call: Answers to your diabetes questions
Presented by Prisma Health
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See what Prisma Health diabetes experts have to say about diabetes. | Photo provided by Prisma Health
Did you know 13% of South Carolina’s adult population has diabetes — and nearly 35% has prediabetes? That makes up nearly half (or almost 2 million) of our state’s population.

That’s why in this month’s installment of Prisma Health On Call we called in Prisma Health’s diabetes experts to answer your questions about the different types of diabetes, gestational diabetes risks, preventing Type 2, and more.

What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes typically occurs in younger people and is diagnosed early on, though it can occur at any age. It is an autoimmune disease where the body cannot produce a hormone called insulin, which normally regulates blood sugar and enables the body to convert it into energy. No lifestyle changes can be made to prevent Type 1.

Type 2 diabetes is a disease of diet and lifestyle. It often occurs when you are taking in a lot of fats or sugars that don’t allow your body to function well. Type 2 diabetes can be preventable.

I heard that diabetes can cause memory loss. Is that true and, if so, is there any treatment that can help?

Diabetes can impact a variety of health issues, including memory loss, but with proper management, these issues can be prevented or delayed.

Can Type 2 diabetes be cured or reversed?

Prediabetes can be reversed (key word: pre). There is a lot of discussion about diabetes remission, but diabetes cannot be reversed. Watch this video for tips on how to manage diabetes.

I had gestational diabetes that resolved post-pregnancy. Am I more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes?

If you had gestational diabetes, there is a 50% increased risk you’ll develop Type 2 diabetes within your lifetime. But this can be prevented by continuing a healthy lifestyle such as eating a balanced diet and exercising at least five times a week for 20-30 minutes.

Keep reading for food + prevention tips and info on prediabetes, gastric surgery, “Type 3” diabetes, and more.
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Events
Wednesday, Dec. 20
  • Holiday Market | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St., Columbia | Price of purchase | Browse local vendors from your community to get tasty treats, interesting pieces of art, and other holiday gifts.
  • Broadway in Columbia • Celtic Woman: A Christmas Symphony | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St., Columbia | $58+ | From delicate traditional Irish carols to magnificent uplifting anthems, Celtic Woman has a wealth of seasonal music to gladden your heart.
Thursday, Dec. 21
  • Winter Solstice Lantern Parade | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 5 p.m. | Riverfront Park South, 312 Laurel St., Columbia | Free | Rangers and volunteers will provide poles for your lights and lanterns, and the parade will move into the park around dark.
  • Levvy performing as Manchester Orchestra | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 7-11 p.m. | New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St., West Columbia | $10 | Local rock act Levvy covers Manchester Orchestra to say goodbye to New Brookland Tavern before the venue’s move to Five Points.
  • Home for the Holidays | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 7 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St., Columbia | $5-$40 | The SC Philharmonic is bringing you a merry and warm evening of holiday fare that the whole family will enjoy.
Friday, Dec. 22
Saturday, Dec. 23
  • Winter Wonderland | Friday, Dec. 1-Sunday, Dec. 31 | 6-9 p.m. | 1600 Block of Main Street, 1621 Main St., Columbia | Free | Enjoy snowfall every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in December on the 1600 Block of Main Street.
  • Santa Saturdays | Saturday, Dec. 2-Saturday, Dec. 23 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St., Columbia | $6.95-$8.95 | Meet Santa at the South Carolina State Museum, see holiday shows, explore four floors of exhibitions and shop in the museum store every Saturday leading up to Christmas.
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News Notes
Development
  • A feasibility study is underway to potentially expand U.S. 521 to four lanes from Spencer Road in Sumter to I-20 in Camden, covering approximately 14 miles. The goal is to create a major road from I-95 in Manning to I-20, enhancing infrastructure + reducing travel times. (WLTX)
Ranked
  • No. 27. The ranking Columbia received among ~180 US cities on WalletHub’s Best and Worst Cities for singles. The analysis considered 35 indicators, including the share of the single population, online dating opportunities, and the average price for a two-person meal.
Edu
  • Meet, Figaro, fondly known as “Figgy.” He is a beloved cat on USC’s campus, adopted by the C.S. Lewis Center. Reverend Paul Sterne oversees Figgy’s care, and the cat has become a campus celebrity with several other felines, featured on their own Instagram page.
Sports
  • The Battle at BullStreet returns on Saturday, March 2, as the Columbia Fireflies host the baseball clash between Clemson and USC at Segra Park. This marks the third showdown at Segra Park and details on ticketing and game times will follow.
Biz
  • AllSouth Federal Credit Union has unveiled its new branch at 8352 Parklane Rd. The modern facility, designed by Studio 2LR and constructed by Boyer Commercial Construction, offers drive-thru and ATM facilities. The move comes as a strategic update to better serve members in Northeast Columbia.
Seasonal
  • The SC State Museum is open through the new year for Soda Citizens to see the Northern Lights in 4K in the museum’s digital dome planetarium show “Arora”, watch “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” in a 4-D Experience, enjoy immersive fun with “Shark: A 4D Experience”, and visit Santa Claus on Saturday, Dec. 23.
Eat
  • Even those with the most refined pallet have a veggie or two on their “hard no” list. Whether it’s texture, taste, or both, use these five steps to try something new this holiday season.*
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USC’s new $300 million investment

USC unveiled the renderings for its new School of Medicine and research building
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Rendering of the new School of Medicine and research building planned for the BullStreet district. | Rendering via USC
USC unveiled the renderings of its new ~300,000-sqft School of Medicine and research building, which will be central to a new 16-acre campus planned for the BullStreet District.

USC’s Board of Trustees approved the design of the new School of Medicine building and construction will likely begin in 2025 + be complete by 2027.

The $300 million, state-of-the-art building is set to feature active-learning classrooms, medical simulation spaces, labs, a health science library, an outdoor courtyard, gardens, and more.

The long-term plan involves a full campus with up to four additional buildings, aiming to revolutionize healthcare research and delivery in South Carolina to help address the state’s diverse health challenges.
The Buy

The Buy 12.20.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)
An Apple Watch Series 9 — because the smartwatch is about to get much harder to find. Starting tomorrow, Apple will pull this smartwatch version from its website due to a patent dispute, with in-store purchases ending Sunday, Dec. 24. Other retailers may continue to sell the model until a final decision is made on an import ban. (Forbes)
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The Wrap
 
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In case you missed it — Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi introduced a new happy hour menu, happening Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a 50% discount on all sushi rolls, $5 sake, $3 domestic beers, and $5 white and red wine. Pro tip: order the new Cola Roll.
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