Strengthening the immune system with sleep

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Right now, in this time of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), both patients and practitioners are worried about their and their loved ones’ health. They are worried about the economy and personal finances. And they are worried about how to prevent getting infected with the virus. Many people take these worries to bed with them, and as a result experience worse sleep. Poor sleep weakens the immune system however, making them more likely to get an infection. It’s a bi-directional relationship –…