This topic is about a warning to the ostomy community regarding scammers who are trying to take advantage of people by sending fraudulent messages. The message in question came from someone claiming to be "LIYA" from Sudan, with a story about a deceased father, which is a common scam tactic. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:

1. Be grateful for any advance warnings about scams, as they help keep the community safe. Scammers often target support groups, so it's important to stay alert.

2. Remember that phishing, hacking, and fraudulent messages can happen anywhere on the internet, not just in ostomy forums. Only interact with people you trust and verify any unfamiliar requests.

3. If you receive or see a suspicious message, report it immediately to the site moderators or administrators so they can take the necessary actions.