The news seems to be flooded daily with reports of spreading illness and fatality. It can be hard not to get obsessed with the news coverage, which can have a negative impact on our health and anxiety levels. Please be sure to obtain your news from credible sources including the CDC and WHO. Avoid getting your news from your social media feeds. Please wash your hands and don’t touch your face. Don’t go to work if you are sick. Avoid large public gatherings if possible. Below are ways the APA suggest dealing with the coverage of this epidemic.