General Health Discussion and/or Tips & Advice Sub-Forum.

[Crawler]

I propose the addition of a Sub-Forum where we can discuss health related things that don't necessarily pertain to shaving. To me, it makes sense. Shaving is considered "personal care", which is basically "maintenance/upkeep" type of healthcare. So, it doesn't seem like a stretch that people would have other curiosities & points of interest about general health. Heck, for all I know, "The Ladies Corner" might already have their own, rightfully hidden from the likes of the membership majority here lol.

Anyway. Obviously, this would go in The Parlour. Maybe even subbed into The Conversation, if you felt the need to bury it a bit.

One thread that I could see being transplanted would be the Daily Workout thread. Having trouble thinking of other current threads that would also fit. Other examples would be things like: "Share what dietary changes have been the healthiest for you!" & "How do you prevent/mitigate knee pain?" Or "How do I tell if I've dislocated a rib?" Or "What's with this odd pimple/blackhead that doesn't go away, and takes months to slowly refill to something needing attention?" Moving on...

Gonna hand the keyboard over to "Captain Obvious", now... It goes without saying that there will need to be a disclaimer at the top of said Sub-Forum. Something to the effect of "...Statements made here are not endorsed by the owner/operators of the Forum. No statement shall be considered a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Head any advice at your own risk... etc. Etc. Etc." You might even be able to copy/paste whatever disclaimer I'm sure WebMD or Mayo Clinic has on their site. There is probably C.Y.A. Legalese on every page of those sites.

Probably worth mentioning that it would be a good idea to have a "About This [Sub-Forum name] forum" sticky. Good chance to reiterate the disclaimer, in detail. But more importantly, point out that this is still a family friendly forum, and posts should keep any gore to a minimum (PG-13 or lower), refrain from discussions about sexual organs or dysfunctions etc. Not that there is anything wrong with those subjects. But those flirt with the Family Friendly line too closely. A perfect example: (though I don't know how it came up during small talk) it was intriguing to hear from my coworker that his E.D. was because of his prostate being removed due to cancer. I could have, however, continued through life oblivious to the fact that relations with his wife of a couple decades required a doctor's appointment, & getting an injection directly to his... fallace. See what I mean? Easy line to cross, even unintentionally. Btw, mods may feel free to edit that last bit if the language of that wasn't obscure enough. I tried.

So how about it? Sound doable?

Btw, I had thought of this months ago, but I think someone post something shiny and I forgot all about it lol.

[mainaman]

I like the idea

[hoglahoo]

I propose the addition of a Sub-Forum where we can discuss health related things that don't necessarily pertain to shaving

The existing conversation forum is a place where we can discuss those things. As far as I know, there are hardly any topics that are not allowed to be discussed there

[Utopian]

Yeah, I think something that specific for a sub-section extends too far outside the purview of this forum.

[Mike Blue]

Also consider that it is difficult to offer advice when the answer requires a "eyes- or hands-on" medical exam.

The admins decided this would be a razor shaving site. There are hundreds of established health care sites outside SRP.

[gugi]

I do not think that a top-down manner is the best approach for this. If it grows organically, i.e. topics like these start happening in significant number it will probably make sense to consider separating them in their own section or limiting them if they are problematic.

So, as suggested, let's start by having the discussions that interest us within the existing framework and see where it goes.

[Crawler]

I do not think that a top-down manner is the best approach for this. If it grows organically, i.e. topics like these start happening in significant number it will probably make sense to consider separating them in their own section or limiting them if they are problematic.

So, as suggested, let's start by having the discussions that interest us within the existing framework and see where it goes.

I do realize that there isn't a high volume of such discussions as of yet; and I wasn't trying to put the cart before the horse on this, either. Me trying to jumpstart the subcategory early is more of a result of copping mechanisms for A.D.D.: being organized ahead of time helps to nip frustrations & roadblocks in the bud.

There are a few reasons why it felt like a reasonable fit/suggestion. As stated, personal hygiene & healthy living/preventative care/personal upkeep (however you want to look at it) are closely related. Men aren't the most open creatures when it comes to health; I thought the conversational, helpful, & genteel atmosphere would encourage the exchange of ideas & experience, especially if there were already a section to accommodate such discussions.

I think it's obvious that I wasn't suggesting the members start a thread to discuss their sudden & severe chest pain. I went through the trouble of typing a sample disclaimer, as well as suggest where abouts to draw the line, in order to thoroughly communicate an idea. The intent was NOT to "show big pharma who's boss!" & overrun the site with homeopathic remedies (which would eventually lead to law suites). Like I said: the exchange of ideas and experience. Like "a daily Centrum multivitamin helped almost eliminate joint pain & aches. Also, low impact exercise of the problem areas further reduced aches, & increased motor control."

Anyway. Not being pushy. I just thoroughly dislike misconceptions, misunderstandings, & when people make assumptions/jump to conclusions. So I communicated my thoughts further.

Sincerely,
Crawler.

[gugi]

I don't think you need to worry about being misunderstood - suggestions are always welcome, at least as far as I'm concerned, and anything is picked apart to determine its merit and the best way to implement it if it seems good and feasible.

[Mike Blue]

I have no wish to appear discouraging. I would prefer, exactly for the reasons that you give, that men educate themselves and try to prevent health issues. There is significantly less cost in stopping a problem before it begins. Disclaimer: I'm in the business, but I don't care who helps someone get better as long as they have good hands and they are honestly better. Sometimes your barber offers better psychological advice than another who was luckyand got to go to school.

[edhewitt]

I think that there is plenty of diversity in the conversations that we have on the forum, and we do have a few threads pertaining to health issues. However I am not sure that we really need another sub forum. I also don't think that we could legitimately plagerise someone else's disclaimer.
Please don't think I am saying that such discussions are a bad idea, the threads we have are helpful but in the current structure are much more informal which I think is a good thing, I am sure that there are many existing fora that deal specifically with such issues and their membership is probably more appropriately qualified to provide meaningful advice rather than anecdotal stories of home remedies.
I would also add that for some people homeopathy et al works well for them where western medicine hasn't. I am not an advocate or a naysayer for either you have to take each on its merits and try to choose the least destructive path to a cure/ remedy.