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Bereavement Tied to Higher Cardiovascular Risk

Acute post-loss period and pandemic conditions each amplified cardiovascular vulnerability in nationwide Swedish cohort study

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • May 6, 2026

  • 4 min

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A nationwide cohort study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that bereavement significantly increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) among Swedish adults, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Analyzing data from over 5.4 million participants, the study found that those who experienced partner loss had a 1.46 times higher risk of incident CVD during the pandemic, compared to pre-pandemic figures. The research highlights the critical need for timely monitoring and interventions for bereaved individuals, as elevated risks are highest shortly after the loss.

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Bereavement Tied to Higher Cardiovascular Risk

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • May 6, 2026

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