Washing hands several times a day is very important to stay safe and healthy. The importance of hand washing has also increased tenfold since the outbreak of COVID-19, making it a part of your daily routine that has saved many lives while warding off viral infections and flu. When you touch surfaces and objects throughout the day, germs accumulate on your hands. You can spread these germs to others or infect yourself by touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. However, hand washing is the first line of defense against the spread of various diseases.