Amid growing concerns over the 2020 coronavirus outbreak, an overwhelming majority of major sports leagues have suspended activities and canceled events -- but not the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

The Nevada-based mixed martial arts circuit will continue to host events, UFC President Dana White said in an appearance on ESPN Friday. White said that he was encouraged by President Donald Trump to not panic over COVID-19 fears.

“We always go overboard with health and safety and that’s what we’re gonna do here," White said on ESPN. "I talked to the president and the vice president of the United States about this. They’re taking this very serious and they’re saying ‘Be cautious, be careful, but live your life and stop panicking.’

“Everybody is panicking,” White continued. "And instead of panicking, we’re actually getting out there and working with doctors and health officials and the government to figure out how we keep the sport safe and how we can continue to put on events.”

According to White, UFC events around the globe will proceed as planned, with varying levels of restrictions. White said that UFC Brasilia on March 14 will take place in an empty arena while UFC London on March 21“will proceed as planned.”

While White says the UFC will look to maintain their event schedule, the MLB, NBA, NHL, PGA and MLS are among the leagues that have suspended their seasons. The NCAA has canceled winter and spring championships.