Grant Searchfield

We’ve probably all experienced a little bit of tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, at some stage in our lives. But for some people this phantom sound in their brain can be loud, and permanent, and… Audio

We’ve probably all experienced a little bit of tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, at some stage in our lives. But for some people, this phantom sound never goes away. Claire Concannon speaks to the… Audio

University of Auckland Audiology Professor, Grant Searchfield says older people with undetected and untreated hearing loss are at risk of more rapid cognitive decline. With an ageing population, in… Audio

Around 5 percent of New Zealanders experience an unexplained ringing in one or both ears known as tinnitus. For many, the condition is not a huge problem but a small group of people find it so… Audio

Researchers at the University of Auckland hope they've made a breakthrough in the treatment of tinnitus - the phantom buzzing, ringing, roaring or hissing sound in our ears that can't be heard by… Audio

The Universities of Auckland and Canterbury are undertaking research into whether optimized hearing aids can help reduce cognitive decline, and they are seeking participants aged over 65 Audio

It's Hearing Loss Awareness Week and we're joined by the Director of Auckland's Hearing and Tinnitus Clinic, Grant Searchfield, to discuss new research. Audio

Tinnitus can drive people to distraction. It affects around 15 to 20 percent of people and is more common in the over 65s. But a growing number of younger people are reporting it. February 5-11 is… Audio

In this week's Music 101 pocket Edition, we learn about the mysterious phenomenon called ASMR, talk to young Kiwi producer Montell2099 about his first collaboration with an American rap star, and… Audio

What causes tinnitus?  Why is it so much worse for some people? And is there a cure? Audio