Even as divorce rates decline nationwide, Americans over 50 are increasingly going their separate ways. Known as “gray divorce,” this phenomenon stands out for growing in popularity at a time when splits overall are falling.

Marin County counts a sizeable older population, putting many residents at heightened risk of severe COVID-19 complications. This editorial urges a renewed push for vaccination, spotlighting local leadership’s role in protecting vulnerable communities. The paper calls it the “right move” for public health in Marin.