Touching your face can significantly increase the risk of infection with flu or cold viruses and the new coronavirus.
Your eyes and mouth are areas where viruses can easily enter your body.
Studies have found that people touch their faces more than 16 times in an hour.
We touch our faces so often that the odds of recontaminating our hands between washings are extremely high.
Experts say wearing gloves can help you break the habit of frequently touching your face.
