In early 2018 an exciting global initiative called Naevus International was established.
This new and exciting international initiative involves a cross-disciplinary partnership between 5 important teams led by Dr Veronica Kinsler.
Over the past 24 months, the CMN trustees have been working in partnership with the world-renowned photographer Brock Elbank to create a series of stunning portrait images of children and adults from across the world, affected by CMN. The series includes all ages, both male and female, with 13 countries represented, making this series uniquely…
The festive period is a time for giving gifts to family and friends, so why not give to Caring Matters Now as you do your Christmas shopping this year? Instead of buying unwanted gifts such as socks or sweets, hankies or hand lotion, why not donate the gift amount to Caring Matters Now. You will…
Visit our online Fundraising Raffle page NOW for your chance to win 2 return Virgin Atlantic flights to New York! We have very kindly been gifted two return flight tickets to New York on Virgin Atlantic to raffle and raise vital funds. For your chance to win just make your donation of £10 on the Justgiving Fundraising…
By Mark Melia My name is Mark and I am a dad of a little girl affected by CMN. I am one half of an award-winning music and entertainment duo called Rock Revolution. Over the years we have been very proud to support a wide range of charities, offering our services and providing entertainment at many fundraising events. …
In summer 2013, my mum and I were lucky enough to win two return flights to New York, courtesy of Caring Matters Now and Virgin Atlantic! We decided to use our tickets in 2014, as I was super excited to see New York in the winter! My Dad and brother ended up coming with us…
7 Challenges on 7 Continents Challenge! This little cutie is my three year old daughter Madeleine. Once you look past her gorgeous eyes and beautiful smile, you may notice she has a CMN over her left eye. She also has a bigger one on her scalp. It’s difficult to tell if or how Maddy will…
By Jodi Whitehouse Over the past couple of years, the CMN trustees have wanted to develop our adult support for those adults affected by Congenital Melanocytic Naevi. We have made a start on developing this area by holding an annual adult gathering, which includes Dr Kinsler attending to present her work. This also provides a…
My name is Gemma, I’m 22, grew up in Cambridge but now living and studying in Brighton. I like travelling, music and hope to graduate as a doctor in a few year’s time. But if you meet me, you might notice something a bit different about me; I was born with CMN, in other words…
On Saturday 3rd June we held our 20th Anniversary Celebratory Ball at the Hilton Hotel in Liverpool, the birthplace of Caring Matters Now. The CMN trustees welcomed 220 guests to our special celebration, including Caring Matters Now members, long-term supporters, corporate sponsors and the CMN research team. On arrival a gospel choir consisting of 50…
