A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day".
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Overview
This resolution recognizes Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day and aims to increase public awareness of this rare and fatal brain disorder. The resolution highlights the challenges faced by patients, families, and caregivers due to the disease’s rapid progression. It also emphasizes the importance of ongoing surveillance and research into prion diseases, including CWD and Alzheimer’s disease, to improve detection methods and understanding.
Key provisions
- Designates November 12th as Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day.
- Supports the goals and ideals of CJD Awareness Day.
- Recognizes the importance of raising awareness of CJD.
- Highlights the need for comprehensive prion disease surveillance.
- Emphasizes the role of the National Prion Disease Pathology Surveillance Center.
- Connects research into prion diseases with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research.
- Acknowledges the challenges faced by patients, families, and caregivers.
- Recognizes the prevalence of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in cervids.
Who is affected
- Individuals with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) and their families
- Caregivers of individuals with CJD
- Public health officials involved in prion disease surveillance
- Researchers studying prion diseases and Alzheimer’s disease
- Veterinarians and wildlife managers dealing with CWD
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