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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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Funeral for Progeria campaigner with condition

The funeral of Progeria campaigner Hayley Okines - who died last week - has taken place near her home in Bexhill. Hayley was 17 when she died - her condition meant she aged 8 times faster than normal.

Her life might have been short but while she was alive Hayley touched so many people with her inspirational courage and infectious personality. Malcolm Shaw joined mourners - as they came together to remember her and celebrate this special young lady.

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