To be honest, I have long forgotten that there is now some kind of epidemic. I don't read the news, I live my life and go about my business. I like to live in peace and harmony.
(In any case, I can not miss the important news on which my life depends).
This is not absolutely good.
Now that you don't read the news you are doing good to your mental health as you might have less depression. However, it is good to know what it is going on in society and be able to protect yourself if any virus comes to your relatives.