Welcome to the Carolina Breast Friends online message board. Please read the introduction below before you use the message board for the first time. Clicking the button below indicates that you have read and understand this important information.
The message board is designed to help you to exchange ideas, request and give advice, and share experiences with other breast cancer survivors. The message board is an open forum for discussion and debate on any issue related to living with a breast cancer diagnosis.
It is important to note that this is an OPEN forum – which means that anyone with an internet connection can view the message board. While users must register to participate in a discussion, we do not restrict membership or verify the identity of people who register. Please keep this in mind as you post. You may want to choose a user name that does not reveal your full name. You should also not share other identifying information such as your address, phone number, work place, etc.
How do I get started?
Simply click here to enter the message board. Then click “register” on the upper left side of the screen under the CBF logo. Just follow the registration directions on your screen to get started. Please note that you will be asked for an email address when you register. Your email address will not be displayed publicly unless you also enter it into your profile.
How do I post a new question?
To post a question, first select a topic from the board index. After you click on the topic related to your question, click on the “new topic” button. Then, enter your question and click “submit.”
How do I reply to a message?
Click the message to which you wish to add a reply, then click on the “Post Reply” button.
- Start a new post for each new question, topic, or subject. “Post Reply” should only be used to answer an existing post, not to create a new question or discussion topic.
- Use a clear, concise title in the subject line.
- Avoid using slang, computer jargon, uncommon abbreviations, and symbols.
- Do not use profanity, obscene, abusive, defamatory, threatening, offensive, or illegal materials.
- Keep your posts constructive and polite.
- Do not post any copyrighted materials without the written consent of the copyright owner.
- Do not send messages that can be construed as libelous, mean-spirited, or malicious.
- Proof read your message before sending it.
Important Information about
Message Board Etiquette
CBF’s mission is to help unite and support all women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Therefore, debates are highly discouraged as they work to divide us and making being on this site a generally unpleasant experience.
Discussing "hot topics" is allowed as long as the discussion stays civil and does not resort to personal attacks, name calling or insults. We understand that our members are intelligent women who want to discuss topics of great importance to them, but ask that you remember that our members come from ALL walks of life. If you feel passionate about one side of a debate you can guarantee there will be at least one person here who feels just as passionate about the other side.
If you choose to start a discussion about a controversial topic please do so very carefully. Be mindful that not everyone will agree with you, and we expect you to respect their feelings and opinions.
The number one rule here is respect. We all come from different places, different families and different situations. With a large group of women, it is inevitable that some will not get along with others. However, each member here deserves respect and disrespectful behavior to a member will result in a warning or termination from the discussion group. If disagreements do occur, we expect them to be handled privately and not in the public forums.
CBF will continually evaluate the popularity and effectiveness of each discussion topic. If you are interested in seeing a new topic added that would have broad appeal, please email us at cbf@carolinabreastfriends.org and we will make additions or replacements based on demand.
Still have questions?
Click on FAQ on the top, right side of the screen once you are in the message board.
Disclaimer
The discussion forums are provided as a service to members of Carolina Breast Friends and breast cancer survivors in the Charlotte, NC area. CBF accepts no responsibility for any opinions or information posted on this site. CBF does not warrant, implied or otherwise, with regard to information posted on this site, whether posted by CBF or another party.
CBF does not actively monitor the discussion boards for inappropriate communication and will not undertake editorial control. In the event that inappropriate messages are brought to CBF’s attention, appropriate action will be taken. Appropriate action may include sending a reminder about the message board guidelines, deleting posts, terminating of access, or other actions.