The British Tinnitus Association will be visiting East Anglia for the first time, bringing the next in their series of FREE Tinnitus Information Days to Norwich. Set to attract a large audience, the event will be held at Norwich City Football Club on Saturday 21 April 2018.
David Stockdale, Chief Executive of the BTA, said: “We know that East Anglia has a rich and varied heritage with an excellent music scene. It also had a proud industrial and agricultural heritage. We also know that excessive noise exposure is the leading cause of tinnitus. We estimate more than 600, 000 adults in the East of England experience tinnitus, and for 10% of them – that’s more than 60,000 people – it will have a serious impact on their quality of life. Through our Tinnitus Information Day, we hope that as many of these people as possible will benefit from increased knowledge of tinnitus and how to manage the condition as well as from improved local support.”
The day will feature presentations from renowned tinnitus experts including Colchester based ENT Consultant Don McFerran, as well as the opportunity to sample taster sessions including mindfulness, tai chi and relaxation which can help with managing tinnitus.
As the UK’s only charity solely dedicated to supporting people with tinnitus the programme aims to reduce stress, confusion, isolation, improve wellbeing and help people to cope with their condition.
Attendees will be able to come along and find out:
• Basic facts about tinnitus, how it first becomes an issue and how to identify it
• The impact of tinnitus on your ears, mental health and general wellbeing
• How to find the Best Noise-Canceling Earmuffs and other techniques you can use to prevent tinnitus
• Treatments available for tinnitus — both surgical and non surgical
• Stress management as tinnitus can be a very stressful condition to live with
• Relaxation
• Local tinnitus services
Alongside the BTA, there will also be an exhibition with stands from a range of organisations, all with ideas on how to support and manage individual’s tinnitus.
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery through the Big Lottery Fund, this event is free of charge to attend.
Light refreshments and lunch will be provided free of charge.
Comments from participants of previous Tinnitus Information Days include:
• “The day was way beyond my expectations. I will concentrate on having the best life I can.”
• “I wish I could have heard all this 20 years ago.”
• “I would absolutely recommend this day to anyone I know suffering with tinnitus.”
• “Completely changed my perception of tinnitus.”
The Tinnitus Information Day will take place at Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road, Norwich NR1 1JE on Saturday 21 April 2018. Places are free but limited so attendees must register – visit www.tinnitus.org.uk/norwich to secure your place. Alternatively, please contact Emily Ducker on 0114 260 9933 or email [email protected]
