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GBAC Director Discusses Latest Monkeypox Outbreak Information

As cases of monkeypox continue to rise, the World Health Organization is currently reassessing if the outbreak constitutes a public health emergency...read more


GBAC Partners with Allergy Standards Limited

The Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, has partnered with Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) to create a curriculum designed...read more


CDC Issues Final Report of 2021-2022 Flu Season

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued its last report on the 2021-2022 flu season. The CDC estimates...read more


Yaamava’ Resort & Casino Hits the Jackpot with GBAC® STAR Facility Accreditation for Cleanliness

The Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel has achieved GBAC® STAR Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a...read more


SC Johnson and United Nations Team to Tackle Malaria

SC Johnson, parent company of SC Johnson Professional, has announced a partnership with the United Nations (UN) Foundation’s United to Beat Malaria (Beat Malaria)...read more


OSHA Offers Millions in Safety Training Grants

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced the availability of US$11.7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants. OSHA’s annual...read more


IAEE and GBAC Expand Partnership to Add Infection Disease Awareness Education for Events Professionals

The Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, and the International Association of Exhibitions and Events® (IAEE) are expanding their...read more


OSHA Issues Reminder to Protect Workers During Heatwave

As much of the country suffers through an intense heatwave this week, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration...read more