Bringing support & families together

WELCOME TO THE MACS WEB SITE
 
The home of information about Microanophthalmia, Anophthalmia, Coloboma and related conditions. MACS offer support and information to parents and professionals in the UK and around the world. Macs also give parents, families and children the opportunity to meet each other, support each other and learn from each other.

Check out the new MACS poster
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The MACS online shop is now available. There are various items of merchandise to purchase including jackets, fleeces, t-shirts, bags, pens, USB memory sticks, car stickers and much more. 
  
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to see our range.

 
Study into the MAC conditions
 

Study into the MAC Conditions
Recently through a collaboration of research between the MRC Human Genetics Unit in Edinburgh and Moorfields Eye Hospital in London a significant breakthrough in research has been identified with the SOX2 gene. There is more research into Anophthalmia - being carried out by Dr Nicola Ragge. 
 
Click here
to take part in the study.  
 

Regional Supporters MACS Regional Supporters
Here at MACS we know how important it is to have support. Therefore here is a link to our  regional groups around the UK. Many have said that meeting once a year isn't enough, regional groups mean that events can now be held at regular intervals around the country giving families the opportunity to gain support from those who know. Further groups will be added.
 
Ask the specialist
 
 
Ask the Specialist
We are extremely fortunate to have the help of two specialists who are happy to answer any questions you may have regarding your childrens eye conditions and welfare rights. If you are worried in relation to either of these issues please visit this page for help and guidance from John and Jim.
 
   
MACS Caravans MACS Caravans
Recharge your batteries at one of our three caravans located in Dorset, Cumbria and Scotland. These are for the exclusive use of MACS families and are designed for your comfort & accessibility.
Make a donation
Make a Donation
We rely on all the generous donations and fund raising events to help run our charity and provide valuable resources for MACS Children. You can now also donate to MACS via BMYCHARITY.
 
Message board
 
Message board
Visit the new MACS message board to find help and advice from other MACS members or offer someone the benefit of your experiences.
 
 
Flora Marathon
 

London Marathon
Run for MACS and give a child born into darkness help & support. Donate to our marathon runners via the MACS website or www.bmycharity.com/macs or a runners own page on the bmycharity site. 
Click here for an entry form

  

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