
“Out of nowhere you suddenly get this really loud surge, which kind of makes you stop in your tracks and you’re just like, oh man, I really hope that does not stay like that.” – KT Tunstall
Tinnitus can vary in severity, and everyone experiences it differently – for some it may be a hiss or whistle, while others may hear noise as loud as a chainsaw or busy motorway. The condition affects over seven million adults in the UK.
For Tinnitus Week 2025 we have brought together some resources that we hope you will find helpful, some videos that shine a light on the experiences of people with tinnitus, and information on the research we are funding to help make silencing tinnitus a reality.
My tinnitus journey: KT Tunstall
Brit Award-winning and Grammy®-nominated Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall has tinnitus and hearing loss in her left ear.
Watch our video interview with KT above, or read KT’s story, to discover how she manages her tinnitus, and how it has impacted her career.

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An interview with Dr Will Sedley
Dr Will Sedley spends much of his time conducting research aimed at understanding the processes in the brain that are linked to tinnitus.
This interview with Dr Sedley explores the motivation behind his research. You can also read a summary of the interview.
Meet more of our tinnitus researchers
Learn more about our tinnitus researchers and what global projects we’re funding right now.
What does tinnitus sound like?
Tinnitus sounds different to everyone who has it. Some describe it as hissing, humming, buzzing or whooshing.
This audio clip simulates what tinnitus might sound like to some people. Content warning: the audio clip may be unpleasant or triggering for people who have tinnitus.
The truth about tinnitus
With Richard McKearney, Audiology Adviser at RNID
“One of the biggest myths I often come across is that nothing can be done to help with tinnitus. This is absolutely not true. Health professionals can offer a range of options to help manage tinnitus, including hearing aids for people with hearing loss, sound therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy. Everyone’s tinnitus is different – and different approaches work for different people.
“If you have tinnitus, please download our Tinnitus Guide to find out more about the support available as well as some tips and techniques that can help.”
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KT Tunstall photos: Richard Faulks