Why the study?
Does partner bereavement reduce the quality of cardiovascular disease management in older individuals with preexisting cardiovascular disease?
Does partner bereavement reduce the quality of cardiovascular disease management in older individuals with preexisting cardiovascular disease?
Partner bereavement is associated with a transient fall in cardiovascular medication prescribing and lower uptake of care measures, which may contribute to the increased cardiovascular risk observed in this population.
Bereavement may disrupt CVD medication adherence; leaves open whether targeted support reduces excess risk.
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