A novel genetic disorder has been discovered that could provide many new insights into how aging occurs. Researchers have found that Heyn-Sproul-Jackson syndrome (HESJAS) causes the aging process to ...

Despite challenges, Tiffany lived an active childhood and admitted she was "too busy living my life" to harp on being different The TLC series One Day in My Body highlights her inspiring story and ...

A woman is exceeding expectations and living her life to the fullest despite being diagnosed with a rapid-aging disease. In PEOPLE's exclusive clip from the upcoming episode of One Day in My Body, ...

A new breakthrough in a rare genetic disease which causes children to age rapidly has been discovered using 'longevity genes' found in people who live exceptionally long lives—over 100 years old. The ...

The human immune system is finely tuned to detect and destroy viral threats. But this same defense system can misfire. When fragments of the body's own damaged DNA are mistaken for viral invaders, the ...

CHICAGO – Children with a rare, incurable disease that causes rapid aging and early death may live longer if treated with an experimental drug first developed for cancer patients, a study suggests.

Tiffany Wedekind was diagnosed with progeria, a rare and fatal rapid-aging disorder Tiffany Wedekind, 48, is living with progeria, a rare rapid-aging disease with no cure Despite challenges, Tiffany ...