Hospital clown brings holiday cheer to children in Voronezh

A hospital clown, dressed as Ded Moroz, shares the challenges of his profession, highlighting the emotional toll and unique skills required. Sergey Volkov, a 30-year-old from Voronezh, works as a hospital clown named "Yolych," bringing New Year's cheer year-round to children in hospitals, including those in palliative care. He emphasizes that hospital clowning is more about bringing comfort and joy than just making children laugh, requiring psychological and pedagogical skills.