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Tributes to brave Hayley who's died at 17

The inspiring life of campaigner Hayley Okines from Sussex. Despite suffering from the early ageing disease Progeria, she battled to raise awareness of the condition.

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Family and friends say farewell to Hayley Okines

Family, friends and supporters, have gathered in East Sussex to say farewell to Hayley Okines who suffered from a rare genetic disease.

The seventeen-year-old was born with Progeria which sees patients' bodies age eight times faster than the normal rate. She dedicated her life to raising awareness of the condition.

Father Michael Bailey, Victor of All Saints Church remembers Hayley's "remarkable" achievements

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