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Good questions, @usernameca
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When I write on here I have a tendency to "change the names to protect the innocent." I think that came from an old TV show... Anyway, I change things around so that most people are not aware of any particular person I am talking about. The information I share here is common knowledge to the people I talk to on social media. What I talk about is meant to help, not harm. I try very hard to be respectful and not share anyone else's story. That is their story to tell. I am here to encourage and lift up. I feel that you can say what you want to here at Mayo Clinic Connect and feel safe doing so.