The mission of The Progeria Research Foundation is to find the cure and effective treatment for Progeria and its aging related disorders.
It is the vision of The Progeria Research Foundation to be the driving force worldwide to: + Discover the cure + Develop treatment + Provide information and guidance + Be a valuable resource for Progeria families
Today, The Wall Street Journal reports on a landmark study, led by PRFâs Medical Director, that demonstrates the Progeria-causing protein Progerin increases in everyone as we age, suggesting a possible new risk factor for heart disease.