What Is CJD?
8. Prevention
As sporadic CJD most appears for reasons that cannot be explained – there is no way of preventing it from happening. Iatrogenic CJD is caught from being exposed to infected tissues, and steps can be taken to prevent this. This mainly involves using certain equipment once only, and using synthetic materials rather than human or cattle tissues.
The chances of catching CJD from eating beef are also so small that the risk is negligible. If there is a history of CJD in the family then it would be wise to speak with an expert if you are considering having children. They will be able to explain the risks associated should you choose to start a family.
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