The National CJD Research & Surveillance Unit

The National CJD Research & Surveillance Unit is a specialized center in the UK that studies Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare but serious brain disorder caused by abnormal proteins called prions. Its main role is to monitor and investigate cases to understand how the disease spreads, diagnose accurately, and support research for better prevention and treatment. The unit collects data, conducts tests, and collaborates with healthcare professionals to improve public health awareness and response to this neurological condition.