Posted by Dr. Bob on September 26, 2003, at 10:37:57
In reply to Re: please be civil « tealady, posted by Dr. Bob on September 26, 2003, at 1:54:24
> Long post sorry. Couldn't find a way of saying it shorter.
No problem, thanks for taking the time to write.
> The background for my concern would have to include the influence arguably exrcised by the powerful pharmaceutical dollar...which I'm sure some are aware of.
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> when people make statements that may perhaps only imply that supplements are similar to food and can perhaps be treated as food ... this may possibly be seen as an excuse to further tighten regulation.OK, I see what you're saying, thanks.
> I ... wondered why he didn't just at least try to correct any such posts himself if he was concerned, although ,admittedly, it is time consuming. So I thought I'd have a go at any I thought may possibly be construed as misleading or false. Unfortunately,as I stated, I'm ashamed I merely got frustrated, wasted my time, and I have given up on this strategy.
It can take time, yes, but if possible, can really educate, too.
> I appreciate having this board moderated especially with regard to language and personal verbal "attacks" on posters themselves as opposed to the topic they are discussing.
> in other forums ... many posters usually jump at info that they will disagree with..here folks are more cautious...and I am strongly FOR your policy..but I guess it may led to corrections not being made as readily
That's true, there may be a trade-off there...
> I recognise the difficulties in setting the posting guidelines, let alone policing them. I think you are providing an excellent board.
Thanks! :-)
> I still cannot see how DSCH could have expressed it any less civilly, without expressing what exactly his concern was
Well, he could've used "I-statements". Or been less exact. Or just not posted at all. It can be therapeutic to express oneself, but this isn't necessarily the place.
> DSCH post could not be upsetting to anyone else as far as I could see
I could be upsetting to Cam, which is enough. And also to those who care about him or agree with his point of view.
> Some posts also seem to appear to be a asking for advice
> I believe it is "illegal" to give any sort of medical advise, if not qualified? Is this not correct?It may be illegal to practice medicine without a license, but I think someone probably needs to do more than give advice to a friend to be considered to be practicing medicine without a license...
> One CAN however comment on one's personal experience from various treatments or express one's own opinion which is assumably formed from reading the experience of many others, personal observations, or from research. Or give links or quote from other medically qualified experts or books. This is the beauty and power of boards..that we can learn from the experiences and knowledge of others .... especially when a no of people have all had similar side effects...boards can be way ahead of "research" here, and a reason they are sooo helpful.
Definitely!
Bob
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