Sammy Basso, the longest-living survivor of the rare genetic disease progeria, has died at the age of 28, as confirmed by the Italian Progeria Association on Sunday, October 6. Following the tragic news, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed her condolences on social media, describing Basso as "an extraordinary example of courage, faith, and positivity." She highlighted his unwavering spirit in the face of adversity, noting how he inspired many through his advocacy for progeria research. Meloni emphasized that Basso's legacy will continue to shine as a beacon of hope and determination. Born in 1995 in Schio, Veneto, Basso was diagnosed with progeria at just two years old. In 2005, he and his parents founded the Italian Progeria Association, dedicated to raising awareness and funding research for the condition. Israel-Iran Conflict: Italian PM Giorgia Meloni Chairs G7 Leaders’ Conference Call Amid Crisis in Middle East.
Sammy Basso Dies at 28
Sammy Basso @SammyBasso, one of the most remarkable people to share our world, passed away last night from complications associated with progeria, the ultra-rare ‘rapid aging’ genetic disease Sammy both suffered from and transcended.
Sammy realized that a base editing treatment… pic.twitter.com/ItGxz8JcQm
— David R. Liu (@davidrliu) October 6, 2024
Italy PM Giorgia Meloni Expresses Condolences
Sammy Basso è stato un esempio straordinario di coraggio, fede e positività. Ha affrontato ogni sfida con il sorriso, dimostrando che la forza d’animo può superare qualsiasi ostacolo.
Il suo impegno per la ricerca sulla progeria e la sua capacità di ispirare gli altri rimarranno… pic.twitter.com/cKw465JimU
— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) October 6, 2024
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