Observational analysis reveals altered healthcare utilization and Medicare expenditures in spouses of partners with dementia, highlighting substantial spousal strain.
Spouses of persons living with dementia face intense strains on their well-being compared with similarly aged adults and spouses of partners with no dementia. This strain can impact spouses' health and healthcare needs, and therefore affect their healthcare utilization and expenditures.
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