Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease

Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is degenerative brain disease caused by abnormal proteins called prions. CJD eventually lead to the death of the affected patient.

Information for the General Public

• Classic CJD Factsheet
• Variant CJD Factsheet

Information for Public Health Departments

• Case Report Form
• Disease Plan

Resources

• Alzheimer’s Association
• Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke