Each chat room generates a transcript that contains each message posted and the address of the computer used to post the message. These transcripts are used to track down users who post abusive messages or who threaten other users of the chat rooms. The chat transcript files are archived twice per day. No other use is made of the chat room transcripts, and they are not made available to anyone for any purpose. The Message Board requires users to register before they are allowed to post a message.
Registration requires users to enter a first name, last name, and e-mail address.
The names need not be your real names, but will be used to identify the source of each message posted. This process helps prevent the Message Board from being used by people who would try to take advantage of our users. The Friends Database contains names and information about people living with diabetes who want to connect with others in a similar situation. Parents can find other parents, adults other adults, etc. The information in the Friends database is not used by us for any commercial purposes and is not shared with anyone.