Welcome to Caring Matters Now

Thank you for registering to find out more about Congenital Melanocytic Naevus and the work of our charity.

Caring Matters Now is the only UK charity supporting anyone affected by Congenital Melanocytic Naevus (CMN) – a genetic condition, consisting of a dark brown hairy birthmark covering up to 80% of the body.

Our Mission

At Caring Matters Now, our mission is to improve the lives of anyone affected by CMN by providing compassionate, personalised support and building an inclusive community where people feel they belong. Our work focuses on raising awareness and understanding of CMN, while also driving pioneering research to advance care and effective treatments.

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Our Vision

Our vision is a world where people affected by CMN are understood, supported and empowered to live full and confident lives.

What is CMN?

A Congenital Melanocytic Naevus (or CMN) is a type of birthmark. It is also a mole.

CMN is now understood as a Mosaic Disorder because CMN is caused by a genetic mutation (change) in a single cell of the baby as it develops during pregnancy. This leads to the baby being born with a mixture of normal cells (not carrying the mutation) and disease cells (carrying the mutation), which is referred to as mosaicism. This event can happen to any child, and importantly is not inherited from either parent. Mosaic disorders affecting the skin are most known because it is possible to see the effects on the skin as birthmarks.

Read more about the causes and complexities associated with CMN here

Annual Research Update

To receive our annual update on the latest CMN research findings, please register with us.

Register for annual updates here

Medical Booklet

We have created a CMN medical booklet to provide you and your patients with information about Congenital Melanocytic Naevus and how to care for those affected by CMN.

  • Download a pdf version of the CMN booklet here
  • Order a free hard copy of the CMN medical booklet here
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Support Materials

We also offer a CMN Awareness Leaflets, and a series of support guides tailored to different stages of life, including resources for babies and toddlers, children, teenagers and adults.

Access CMN resources here

Baby red book body map insert

Our body map insert for a baby’s red book has been designed to help parents record the size and placement of their baby’s CMN, monitor any changes, and support important early medical conversations.

Download the baby red book body map insert here
Red Book Insert

HOW DO YOU C ME NOW?

Our world-renowned photographic series of children and adults affected by CMN is available for exhibition at hospitals, galleries, and other venues. The stunning series of images not only raises awareness of CMN but also challenges negative perceptions of visible differences. The series of images has been exhibited at the prestigious art galleries and medical conferences across the UK.  To find out more, please click here or email info@caringmattersnow.co.uk

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