Statement from Professor V Kinsler “There should be no increased risk of Covid-19 to any individual from having Congenital Melanocytic Naevus on the skin. There is no scientific evidence that there is any problem with temperatures in anyone with CMN over and above that seen in those with normal skin.” If anyone has any concerns…
As all of our thoughts are on the COVID-19 situation, we wanted to share an update as to how Caring Matters Now is responding. The safety and health of our community is always of the utmost importance to us. In an effort to protect our community, we have decided to postpone all face-to-face support gatherings…
Emotional, Empowered and Excited My experiences of living with CMN I was born with CMN covering most of my back and several more CMNs on my legs too. Throughout my childhood I often faced tough days with being stared at and called names on the school playground. Those early years were difficult; I can remember…
After much deliberation we are delighted to announce that the winner of the 2019 Jessica Ma Award is……..
In conjunction with Rare Disease Day 2020, Caring Matters Now is partnering with CMN patient support groups across the world to raise global awareness of Congenital Melanocytic Naevus… and you can join in with us!
As part of our alliance with Eurordis, we are asking all our CMN members to consider taking part in this survey.
WE have some very exciting news to share with all our members and supporters. Throughout December, we are seeking celebrities to help raise the profile of CMN through social media platforms. Alongside raising positive awareness of CMN, our aim is to: give a clear message to the world; to love the skin you are in!…
Hi, I’m Stacey and I was born with a large bathing trunk nevus and multiple satellites all over my face and body. Despite being different to other kids I had a really good childhood and I owe so much of this to my parents. Mum and dad never treated me any different. We went on…
The festive period is a time for giving gifts to family and friends. 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 receive a gift voucher for the amount you donated, which you can send onto your family…
In July we held our first residential support conference at Liddington PGL Conference Centre with 112 attendees. The crammed packed 3-day programme catered for all ages, including fun outdoor pursuit activities for the children and teens, off-site activities for our adult members, psycho-social presentations and workshops for parents, adults and teens affected by CMN, plus…
