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100k in just one month!

100k in just one month!

Please support Paul in raising awareness and funds to provide support for people living with tinnitus right now and, ultimately, a cure. Read more

Published: 16th February, 2021

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Living through a pandemic with hearing loss

Living through a pandemic with hearing loss

Covid-19 has changed all our lives in so many ways, but for people with hearing impairment, the ‘new normal’ has brought unique challenges. Four people explain some of the issues they have faced. Read more

Published: 10th February, 2021

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Nic Wray

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Christina's story

Christina's story

Christina first developed tinnitus in August 2019 after an ear infection that left her struggling to hear. Read more

Published: 10th February, 2021

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Finn Smith

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We have much to be thankful for

We have much to be thankful for

The current lockdown is not Jim's first experience of one. He also knows what it's like to be nursed in isolation with a virus. Read his story here. Read more

Published: 3rd July, 2020

Updated: 4th February, 2021

Author: Nic Wray

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I began to take control

I began to take control

Jenny contacted us wanting to share what happened to her on a night out six years ago, when she forgot to take and wear earplugs. She hoped sharing her story would encourage more people to use earplugs when we are able to get back to clubs, gigs and festivals. Read more

Published: 15th October, 2020

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Emily Broomhead

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My life with Tinnitus

My life with Tinnitus

Read our blog, written by Amy, aged 11, who has tinnitus and is supporting Tinnitus Week. Read more

Published: 5th February, 2018

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Emily Broomhead

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Amy’s brave tinnitus battle

Amy’s brave tinnitus battle

Amy McLaughlin was diagnosed with tinnitus at eight years old. Here, her mum, explains the impact living with tinnitus has had on Amy and their family life. Read more

Published: 9th February, 2018

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Emily Broomhead

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"Because tinnitus is an unseen injury, it doesn’t get the attention it warrants."

Harris Tatakis was blown up in April 2007 by an IED and suffered a serious injury. He explains how the tinnitus caused by the explosion impacted his life. Read more

Published: 26th February, 2018

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Nic Wray

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"Keep trying to do the things you enjoy doing"

Adam has always suffered from ear problems, including tinnitus. Now he shares his tips for living successfully with the condition. Read more

Published: 9th August, 2018

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Nic Wray

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"People can’t believe George has tinnitus"

George aged 10, was diagnosed with tinnitus and is now finding school much easier thanks to coping techniques. Here his mum Niki shares their story. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2018

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Emily Broomhead

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My life with Tinnitus

My life with Tinnitus

12-year-old Isabel shares her experience of tinnitus. Tinnitus can affect the daily lives of both adults and children. Read Isabel's experience with tinnitus here. Read more

Published: 7th February, 2018

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Emily Broomhead

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Gordon's story

Gordon's story

Gordon Wright got in touch to share the story of his tinnitus, and we were keen to find out more about his rock and roll days. Read the story here. Read more

Published: 11th May, 2020

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Nic Wray

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