@lowesrs: I get it, online forums like these can be hard to grasp especially when words like “moderated” are used as that can be confusing. In this case, the word moderated essentially refers to monitoring an online platform to ensure that its users and content abide by the rules.

This link tells you more about the moderators on board here, which includes a link to the mentors you may see responding (such as myself and two others previously here): https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/moderators/

Information detailing Mayo Connect and its funding is explained here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/aboutconnect/

Please let me know if you have additional questions about Mayo Clinic Connect, or if there is anything else you’d like some assistance with, or would like to share.

@lowesrs, learn more about
- Why & How Mayo Clinic Connect is moderated https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/moderators/

Mayo Clinic Connect is an online community, connecting patients and family caregivers with each other. You do not have to be a Mayo Clinic patient or caregiver to join the conversations. Community members share experiences, ask questions, find answers, give and get support and exchange information.

All information shared by members on the Mayo Clinic Connect, such as messages, images, advice, URLs, and any other material, is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the community.

For more information about how to use Mayo Clinic Connect, see the:
- Help Center https://connect.mayoclinic.org/help-center/

@lowesrs

I’m also confused. What does the mayo clinic have to do with our conversations