Using offensive language on the forum - British Liver Trust

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Using offensive language on the forum

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Hi all

We're pleased to see that the Forum is a useful place for support at all times of the night or day. However, please be careful in the language that you use as this can cause offence to some people.

We understand that people feel strongly about their situation, and everyone is entitled to their personal opinion, but please bear in mind the principles and guidelines for use of the forum and always post with respect for others opinions and in the spirit of supporting and learning from others.

Many thanks,

British Liver Trust Team

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Faithfull profile image
Faithfull

Bet it was me sorry

in reply to Faithfull

Don't worry Faithfull, it wasn't you :)

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mncold in reply to Faithfull

I haven't seen you use really strong language. Thinking of you.

Mary

Faithfull profile image
Faithfull in reply to mncold

Yes I think it was when I slagging off the n/a in everything even N/a results of scan . Thanks I'm thinking of you too .

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mncold

Does one get a warning if they cross a line so they have the opportunity to adjust their online behavior?

Mary

in reply to mncold

Hi Mary,

We would hope that people would read our community forum guidleines when they join and be mindful when writing their posts.

Many thanks,

Trust1

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meme7

Thank you. I will be offended by language. I am lucky enough to not have seen that yet. But I am glad that you guys are monitoring what is going on here. I live in U.S. and I have not been able to locate this kind of service any where here. I am grateful. Thank you.

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