I have lived with bilateral tinnitus for over 15 years. No huge explanation, it just sort of 'crept up on me' and like most of us I just 'get on with life' and do my best to cope with it.  It wasn't until a colleague of mine started struggling with her tinnitus that I really talked to anyone about it.  It really helped me connecting with someone else who knew what it was like.  She told me about The BTA and I became really interested in their work and the support they offer to so many. Living with tinnitus during a global pandemic has been challenging, so I decided to put that challenge to good use and am taking part in the 'Virtual' London Marathon on October 3rd 2021. To date I have managed 10km runs, so this is a huge 'step up' for me! I will be doing it for all those people who struggle with their own 'Silence'

 The British Tinnitus Association is the only national charity specialising in tinnitus support. Their vision is a world where no one suffers from tinnitus. They receive no money directly from the government, so are 100% reliant on the generosity and support of members of the public and grant-making organisations to be able to support people with tinnitus across the UK. All of their work is paid for by the generosity of supporters like you.