Study: Husbands who lose wives 30% more likely to die an early death

Women, however, did not have any increased risk of dying – perhaps due to them being more independent and prepared, the researchers suggested.

Professor Javier Espinosa, who led the study said: ‘When a wife dies, men are often unprepared.

‘They have often lost their caregiver, someone who cares for them physically and emotionally, and the loss directly impacts the husband’s health.