(CNN) Two classic television game shows will go without studio audiences out of concern over the spread of coronavirus.

Citing "an abundance of caution due" over the spread of COVID-19, "Jeopardy" and "Wheel of Fortune" will begin taping episodes without audiences in attendance indefinitely, sources close to the shows tell CNN.

The change marks the entertainment business's latest response to the pandemic

Movie premieres, concerts and high profile events like the South by Southwest festival have all been canceled in recent weeks in response to the growing number of cases worldwide.

Experts have said that hand washing and avoiding touching your face are two effect preventative measures.

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