Hearing Exams Catch Problems Early (IMAGE) Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan Caption Genes may be involved in up to half of people with hearing loss. Those at risk benefit from early, frequent exams and hearing tests. Credit University of Michigan Health System Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.