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Topic: Have you made a USER NAME?
Many people don't realize or won't until they try to access their profile that you must now have a username. This is something new, unless you've just recently made a username, you don't have one yet. If you haven't made a username please take a moment to log out and create one. This can be done easily by following these steps.
***Keep in mind you must have your first and last name you currently use to log in to create your username.***
Make sure you are logged out first:
1. Go here: http://www.obesityhelp.com/login
2. Locate the box that says "Already a member?"
3. Locate the text that says "I am a member, but don't have a username. Click Here" and click on that link.
4. You will then be prompted to enter in your First Name, Last Name, and Password. These areas would be the current log in information that you have been using.
5. You will then also be prompted to enter in a User Name. This is the new part and will be unique to you. So please select the User Name that you would like to have associate with your account. Tip - Your User Name should be what you would want the public to see associated with your account
6. Then click the button that says "Create Username".
You will then need to sign in with your newly made Username and Password, instead of your First Name, Last Name, Password that you used to log in with.
Things to remember:
The user name is NOT what will show up on your profile page or on the message boards. (This will come in future updates) Once you've made your user name you can always change what's viewed from the message board or on your profile by logging into "my account" then going to "general info". Once in the general info area, the name that appears in the first and last name blank is what shows up on your profile and the message boards. You change it here and then "update". This is also where you can change your password by entering it in twice and update.
If you are unable to log in after doing the following please Email us for help.
Amy Williams
Obesityhelp Member Services
***Keep in mind you must have your first and last name you currently use to log in to create your username.***
Make sure you are logged out first:
You will then need to sign in with your newly made Username and Password, instead of your First Name, Last Name, Password that you used to log in with.
Things to remember:
The user name is NOT what will show up on your profile page or on the message boards. (This will come in future updates) Once you've made your user name you can always change what's viewed from the message board or on your profile by logging into "my account" then going to "general info". Once in the general info area, the name that appears in the first and last name blank is what shows up on your profile and the message boards. You change it here and then "update". This is also where you can change your password by entering it in twice and update.
If you are unable to log in after doing the following please Email us for help.
Amy Williams
Obesityhelp Member Services
Topic: OH -- Hot off the Presses
Have you received your new issue of OH Magazine? This special Family Issue features the personal journey of radio DJ Blair Garner on the cover. Readers will also learn how to break the family cycle of obesity written by our medical editor Dr. Terry Simpson. Do you have trouble making family fitness fun? Jeanna Waln lists ways to get out and exercise with the family. Is the family dog putting on some extra pounds? Find out what you can do to help your beloved pet by reading Nikki Johnson's article. It is a new year and a new you. Virginia Alexander lists six top fashion tips for 2006. So, if you are already a subscriber your magazine should be arriving any day and if you have not yet subscribed it is very easy to do. You can subscribe online at http://www.oh-magazine.com or call 1-866-297-4966. The cost is $25 per year for a bimonthly subscription.
Ronda Einbinder
Public Relations Manager :type:
Ronda Einbinder
Public Relations Manager :type:
Topic: RE: Did you know?
Hi everybody!
If you're doing online shopping for your clothes (and anything else) this is something you should know.
There is usually a place for you to get extra savings on your order form IF you know the promotional code to put in. ABC15.com had a feature on this the other night - most likely the business you're dealing with has codes posted at one of these sites: http://www.naughtycodes.com , http://www.dealhunting.com , http://www.discountcodes.com , and http://www.currentcodes.com .
I used the codes yesterday and saved a total of $70 on Christmas shopping! NO KIDDING!
Sheryl
Topic: RE: Recommend a Primary Care Physician...PLEASE!!!
I like mine she caters to the elderly So you know she has compasion. She does see patients of all ages I love that she has a lab & x-ray machine on hand so your not running to 10 diff places.
Her # is 254-9192 Dr Kimberly Adams.
Located off of Rampart & Del Webb which is close to Cheyenne
Just check w/ her staff to see if she takes your insurance.
Good Luck.
Laura M.
Las Vegas, NV
Topic: I'm Comming to the Convention!!
Dear Members,
First of all I wanted to thank you all for taking the time to answer and speak your opinion that I asked of you about me going to the West Coast Convention due to my past illness.
I AM coming to the West Coast Convention now that I have heard the words that you voiced. I can not wait to see all my friends I had made in California the past several Events and the open house of our new offices in Irvine, Ca. SOOOOOOOO I will be seeing you all at the Convention on 2-3-4 of December!!!!!
I love you all for responding and being so positive in your words. HUGS TO YOU ALL!!! I hope to see you all there it's a place that you will feel comfortable and make hundreds of new friends. And you will never feel out of place because we are all going through the same things in life just trying to survive and strive to have a healthy life and enjoy things we have forgotten.
Please come join us if you haven't already registered feel free too, the info is below.
P.S. I LOVE YOU TOO OBESITYHELP STAFF!!!!
Kirk Thompson
Member Service Dept.
Obesityhelp.com
http://www.92inches.com
Miss last years West Coast Event? Don't do it twice!
OH is coming to Costa Mesa, CA December 2-4
Call the events hotline or register online today
866-957-4636 ext 302 or
http://www.obesityhelpevents.com/event-reg-west-dec2005.php?ID=0801605MMBHD
First of all I wanted to thank you all for taking the time to answer and speak your opinion that I asked of you about me going to the West Coast Convention due to my past illness.
I AM coming to the West Coast Convention now that I have heard the words that you voiced. I can not wait to see all my friends I had made in California the past several Events and the open house of our new offices in Irvine, Ca. SOOOOOOOO I will be seeing you all at the Convention on 2-3-4 of December!!!!!
I love you all for responding and being so positive in your words. HUGS TO YOU ALL!!! I hope to see you all there it's a place that you will feel comfortable and make hundreds of new friends. And you will never feel out of place because we are all going through the same things in life just trying to survive and strive to have a healthy life and enjoy things we have forgotten.
Please come join us if you haven't already registered feel free too, the info is below.
P.S. I LOVE YOU TOO OBESITYHELP STAFF!!!!
Kirk Thompson
Member Service Dept.
Obesityhelp.com
http://www.92inches.com
Miss last years West Coast Event? Don't do it twice!
OH is coming to Costa Mesa, CA December 2-4
Call the events hotline or register online today
866-957-4636 ext 302 or
http://www.obesityhelpevents.com/event-reg-west-dec2005.php?ID=0801605MMBHD
Topic: Recommend a Primary Care Physician...PLEASE!!!
I recently moved to Las Vegas and need a primary care physician ASAP! I am having problems with my sugar levels, and have never had any before. My sugar levels are soaring to around 300 after I eat, and plummeting to like 30 about an hour after that. I went to a Tim Nguyen and he basically told me that he doesn't know why it happens, it just does - and to basically deal with it. I'm not satisfied with that answer, nor am I satisfied with him as a PCP.
Any suggestions would help. Preferribly someone who deal with post-op care or just someone who is a bit more attentive. Thanks a bunch for your help guys!
Any suggestions would help. Preferribly someone who deal with post-op care or just someone who is a bit more attentive. Thanks a bunch for your help guys! 
Topic: Carpoolers Unite
Hello people! :wave:
As we do some last minute checking on event attendance for our Costa Mesa event this weekend we're learning of two problems: :-o
First, we're hearing that a lot of people are on a budget and the higher cost of gas is detering from travel. With this in mind, if you're at all open to the idea of carpooling, please reply to this message board post to let others know where you are driving from. Likewise, if you're looking for a ride, please use this thread to let your peers know.
Another reason for bringing up carpooling is one we hear at every event: "I was so afraid of going out in public at first that I almost didn't come, but now that I did, I'm so glad." We know that this describes some of you. Please, everyone, reach out and buddy up for this event. Sometimes all it takes is a little nudge from a supportive peer.
The second concern we were hearing is that some people couldn't afford to spend three full days at the event. This isn't any problem. If time limitations were a concern then by all means simply stop by for one day (or less). Doing so is fine. If you only had time for one day, Saturday would be a good one, having some social activities scheduled for later in the day.
Please help up spread the word on these items. We've got a few days left to make an impact.
-EAK'05
As we do some last minute checking on event attendance for our Costa Mesa event this weekend we're learning of two problems: :-o
First, we're hearing that a lot of people are on a budget and the higher cost of gas is detering from travel. With this in mind, if you're at all open to the idea of carpooling, please reply to this message board post to let others know where you are driving from. Likewise, if you're looking for a ride, please use this thread to let your peers know.
Another reason for bringing up carpooling is one we hear at every event: "I was so afraid of going out in public at first that I almost didn't come, but now that I did, I'm so glad." We know that this describes some of you. Please, everyone, reach out and buddy up for this event. Sometimes all it takes is a little nudge from a supportive peer.
The second concern we were hearing is that some people couldn't afford to spend three full days at the event. This isn't any problem. If time limitations were a concern then by all means simply stop by for one day (or less). Doing so is fine. If you only had time for one day, Saturday would be a good one, having some social activities scheduled for later in the day.
Please help up spread the word on these items. We've got a few days left to make an impact.
-EAK'05
Topic: Tis the Season: Card Shower
Hello Everyone~ :wave:
On behalf of the ObesityHelp Staff,
I would like to wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season! :party:
As most of you will remember, our friend and fellow OH Member Jeremy Norman was 20 years old and weighed 747 pounds when he had his weight loss surgery on November 19, 2004. This time last year, Jeremy was fighting for his very life in an Ohio Hospital and OH staff asked for your help in sending Jeremy cards and letters of inspiration, hope and encouragement and you responded! (Thank you!)
We are happy to report that against all odds, Jeremy has pulled through but it's been quite a year of ups and downs for him as he has courageously fought the hard fight. One year later, Jeremy is still hospitalized and in need of specialized care and our support.
This year, as Jeremy's amazing recovery continues, we would to like truly surprise him with an overwhelming amount of Holiday wishes, inspirational cards and letters... We can't wait to celebrate the day when Jeremy is able to return home, but for now, let's bring a little bit of "home" to Jeremy. He is unable to attend support groups of any kind, so let's bring our ObesityHelp Support Group to him!
You can send your cards and letters to:
Jeremy Norman
69860 Holley Road
Martins Ferry, Ohio 43935
Jeremy's profile is located here:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=N1088200526
Let's break records and send cards, cards, cards! Please tell your friends and family about Jeremy and share this post with your support group members.
Thank you in advance & have a Bless Holiday Season! :fairy:
Amy Williams
Obesityhelp.com
Member Services
P.S.
OH Magazine recently interviewed Jeremy and his story will be featured in the December issue... www.OH-magazine.com
On behalf of the ObesityHelp Staff,
I would like to wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season! :party:
As most of you will remember, our friend and fellow OH Member Jeremy Norman was 20 years old and weighed 747 pounds when he had his weight loss surgery on November 19, 2004. This time last year, Jeremy was fighting for his very life in an Ohio Hospital and OH staff asked for your help in sending Jeremy cards and letters of inspiration, hope and encouragement and you responded! (Thank you!)
We are happy to report that against all odds, Jeremy has pulled through but it's been quite a year of ups and downs for him as he has courageously fought the hard fight. One year later, Jeremy is still hospitalized and in need of specialized care and our support.
This year, as Jeremy's amazing recovery continues, we would to like truly surprise him with an overwhelming amount of Holiday wishes, inspirational cards and letters... We can't wait to celebrate the day when Jeremy is able to return home, but for now, let's bring a little bit of "home" to Jeremy. He is unable to attend support groups of any kind, so let's bring our ObesityHelp Support Group to him!
You can send your cards and letters to:
Jeremy Norman
69860 Holley Road
Martins Ferry, Ohio 43935
Jeremy's profile is located here:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=N1088200526
Let's break records and send cards, cards, cards! Please tell your friends and family about Jeremy and share this post with your support group members.
Thank you in advance & have a Bless Holiday Season! :fairy:
Amy Williams
Obesityhelp.com
Member Services
P.S.
OH Magazine recently interviewed Jeremy and his story will be featured in the December issue... www.OH-magazine.com
Topic: Please Your Opinion Needed
I as a member and staff Member in the past few months have gone through things that I wouldn't wish on my worst enemies.
Amy posted a card shower and I got like 5,000 cards and gifts so I guess you all love me don't we all support and love each other in our struggles with obesity.
The question I am wanting to ask is, I am clear free of any of the horrible things that was in my body. I had treatments 3 times a day for a month with the Antibiotic that deadens and all the things I had.
I live with my Fience Mandy and 4 small children and I hug and kiss them every single day.... They are Fine as can be.
OK Here is the question and would love to hear all your opinions on this matter.
I am in California, I came to the Event last year and worked the registration table and got to meet every single one of you that was over 300 or 400 people. Many who met me cried cause I inspired them in some way.
OK Here is what I am asking, I have no more symptoms, no more sores, no more viruses. Im off all Antibiotics and the only thing im on now it Pain Killers for pain management. I spoke in front of 400 people telling them my story and I looked around and everyone was crying then they played a tribute to me and my journey.Would it bother you or scare you to be around me? I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ALL OF YOUR OPINIONS GOOD OR NEGATIVE. Cause I would all Love to See you all once again! Would you want me to come to your West Coast National Convention
Card Shower Needed
Original Post by Amy Williams at 11:12 AM AST on 10/23/2005
Augusta, GA - RNY (05/27/2004)
Most of you know or have heard of Kirk Thompson whom is part of ObesityHelp Staff. He's help thousands of members each day on the site and to help them find surgeons in their area. He's got a heart of gold.
For those that aren't familiar with him, please visit his profile to learn more about him.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=T983696607
He recently on the 19th reached 4 years post op but on top of that - and has been such a inspiration to so many of us losing over 450 pounds. But beyond that I wanted to let you know that Kirk has taken ill and could use our prayers and support. He has something called flesh eating bacteria (Necrotizing Fasciitis), This diagnosis is very rare and can be very serious. He also is suffering from a staff infection and Cellulitis. He is in quarantine and is pretty much isolated at this time. He is currently being picked up 3 times a day and transported for treatments.
The good news is this: The doctors think they have isolated and stopped the flesh eating bacteria! They remain concerned and are monitoring Kirk closely. Kirk is doing all he can to not go back into the hospital....he really should be there, but he is so tired of hospitals that he just couldn't take it anymore.
Please all, he needs our support. This is a very hard time for him right now. Kirk is a truly wonderful person and is always thinking of and doing for others. He is able to receive mail and other items. He said there are no restrictions...he just cant be around people. Even though he is very ill and on all kinds of medicines right now, he still is very concerned about ObesityHelp and how every thing is going. He sends his love to all.
Please if you can find time to send him a card or a little care package, or even just a letter letting him know you are thinking of him. Really anything to help him through these dark hard times. I can only imagine that being isolated in quarantine is absolutely so hard on him.
Kirk's mailing address is here:
Kirk Thompson
C/0 Mandy Swanson
19208 Rawhide Rd.
Jamestown, CA. 95327
Let's show Kirk lots of love,
Amy Williams
Member Services
Obesityhelp.com
Amy posted a card shower and I got like 5,000 cards and gifts so I guess you all love me don't we all support and love each other in our struggles with obesity.
The question I am wanting to ask is, I am clear free of any of the horrible things that was in my body. I had treatments 3 times a day for a month with the Antibiotic that deadens and all the things I had.
I live with my Fience Mandy and 4 small children and I hug and kiss them every single day.... They are Fine as can be.
OK Here is the question and would love to hear all your opinions on this matter.
I am in California, I came to the Event last year and worked the registration table and got to meet every single one of you that was over 300 or 400 people. Many who met me cried cause I inspired them in some way.
OK Here is what I am asking, I have no more symptoms, no more sores, no more viruses. Im off all Antibiotics and the only thing im on now it Pain Killers for pain management. I spoke in front of 400 people telling them my story and I looked around and everyone was crying then they played a tribute to me and my journey.Would it bother you or scare you to be around me? I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ALL OF YOUR OPINIONS GOOD OR NEGATIVE. Cause I would all Love to See you all once again! Would you want me to come to your West Coast National Convention
Card Shower Needed
Original Post by Amy Williams at 11:12 AM AST on 10/23/2005
Augusta, GA - RNY (05/27/2004)
Most of you know or have heard of Kirk Thompson whom is part of ObesityHelp Staff. He's help thousands of members each day on the site and to help them find surgeons in their area. He's got a heart of gold.
For those that aren't familiar with him, please visit his profile to learn more about him.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=T983696607
He recently on the 19th reached 4 years post op but on top of that - and has been such a inspiration to so many of us losing over 450 pounds. But beyond that I wanted to let you know that Kirk has taken ill and could use our prayers and support. He has something called flesh eating bacteria (Necrotizing Fasciitis), This diagnosis is very rare and can be very serious. He also is suffering from a staff infection and Cellulitis. He is in quarantine and is pretty much isolated at this time. He is currently being picked up 3 times a day and transported for treatments.
The good news is this: The doctors think they have isolated and stopped the flesh eating bacteria! They remain concerned and are monitoring Kirk closely. Kirk is doing all he can to not go back into the hospital....he really should be there, but he is so tired of hospitals that he just couldn't take it anymore.
Please all, he needs our support. This is a very hard time for him right now. Kirk is a truly wonderful person and is always thinking of and doing for others. He is able to receive mail and other items. He said there are no restrictions...he just cant be around people. Even though he is very ill and on all kinds of medicines right now, he still is very concerned about ObesityHelp and how every thing is going. He sends his love to all.
Please if you can find time to send him a card or a little care package, or even just a letter letting him know you are thinking of him. Really anything to help him through these dark hard times. I can only imagine that being isolated in quarantine is absolutely so hard on him.
Kirk's mailing address is here:
Kirk Thompson
C/0 Mandy Swanson
19208 Rawhide Rd.
Jamestown, CA. 95327
Let's show Kirk lots of love,
Amy Williams
Member Services
Obesityhelp.com
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