Marc Silver

Marc Silver is a blog editor at NPR and author of the book “Breast Cancer Husband: How To Help Your Wife (And Yourself) Through Diagnosis, Treatment And Beyond.”

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Lessons From a Long-Distance Grandfather

Babysitting a toddler granddaughter gives new perspective on parenting

JUNE 14, 2019 | By Marc Silver

Living

A Unique Yom Kippur Experience

A small gathering makes the holiday meaningful in a different way

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 | By Marc Silver

Living

Farewell to My Old High School

A writer reflects on his shuttered alma mater

APRIL 4, 2018 | By Marc Silver

Living

8 Surprising Things About Becoming a Grandparent

From shedding tears to reflecting on the future, life changed for the better

DECEMBER 27, 2017 | By Marc Silver

Living

Why Old School Travel Aids Still Rock

Planning a vacation in the digital age needn't mean ignoring old-fashioned tools

OCTOBER 12, 2017 | By Marc Silver

Living

Finding My Old Essay Revealed What Makes a Marriage Work

My colleagues' words of wisdom actually were pretty wise (and lasting)

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 | By Marc Silver

Health

How to Manage Stress When It’s Affecting Your Health

Talk therapy, meditation and exercise are some of the ways to de-stress

Special Report

Age-Friendly Health Care

Follow our in-depth examination of current health care offerings through an age-friendly lens. What does age-friendly health care look like, and how do you locate and access it? We cover how to prioritize your unique needs when selecting providers and treatments for yourself or a loved one.

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Special Report

Strengthening Rural Health Care for Older Adults

This special report includes storytelling, news and information about health care for older adults in rural areas

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