KSHB: Saint Luke's expert shares ways to battle insomnia during COVID-19

Stress and anxiety over joblessness, health concerns, and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic are causing more people to struggle with getting a good night's sleep.

Chronic insomnia can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

KSHB talked to Savannah Geske, PhD, a behavioral health specialist and licensed psychologist at Saint Luke's Health System, about what you can do to get a better night's sleep.

Watch the full story below.

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