Merel van der Knoop and the Long Covid Choirs

In this episode of the Post-Exertional Mayonnaise podcast, host Daniel Moore speaks with Merel van der Noop, the music director of the Long COVID Choir and Long COVID Kids Choir. They discuss Merel's personal journey with Long COVID, the challenges of navigating healthcare, and the transformative power of music in coping with chronic illness. The conversation highlights the importance of community, support, and creative expression in the healing process, as well as the unique experiences of children with Long COVID. Merel shares insights into the formation of the Long COVID Choir, the activities they engage in, and the significance of fostering connections among participants. The choir is open to anyone with long term chronic conditions. Long covid choir: https://www.longcovid.org/support/long-covid-choir A home within our heart recording: https://youtu.be/xzyLJAyL8Fs?si=2Q6feGtn4IMFLvcd Contact us: www.pempod.com Pempodcast23@gmail.com