C4 Community Guide

Welcome to ⁨Crohn's and Colitis Care Consortium⁩, and thanks for joining us! We want everyone to get the most out of this community, so we ask that you please read and follow these guidelines.

1. No Medical Advice: This forum is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Discussions or suggestions should not be taken as medical guidance.
2. Respect and Civility: Treat all members with respect. No harassment, bullying, or derogatory language will be tolerated.
3. Privacy: Do not share personal information of others without consent. Respect the privacy of all community members.
4. Content Relevance: Keep posts relevant to the topic of the forum and thread. Irrelevant content may be removed.
5. No Advertising: No unsolicited advertising or promotion of products, services, or websites.
6. No Illegal Activity: Do not engage in or encourage illegal activities.
7. Reporting Violations: If you see content that violates these guidelines, report it to the moderators for review.
8. Consequences for Violations: Repeated violations may result in a temporary or permanent ban from the forums.
9. Anonymity Option: Users may choose to post anonymously for privacy, but backend identification is accessible to administrators and moderators for safety and community management.
10. Sharing Experiences: While sharing personal experiences is encouraged, remember that each individual's experience with IBD is unique.

These guidelines aim to create a safe, informative, and supportive environment for all members of the IBD community. They are subject to change based on community feedback and evolving needs.