Dear Dr. HearCare: Fact or Myth?

MYTH: HEARING LOSS IS ONLY FOR OLDER PEOPLE

Traditionally, hearing loss is thought to be predominantly caused by age. In fact, seventy percent of individuals over the age of 70 have some degree of hearing loss! However, the more we research hearing and its causes, the more we find age is just one of many factors.

Certain health disorders, especially heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, can have a bigger impact on hearing than age. Overall health and hearing comorbidities (illnesses seen in conjunction with other disorders) can be a predictor of your likelihood for having hearing loss.

In the same way, hearing loss can be an early warning or symptom of some health concerns. Certain configurations or types of hearing loss may help identify additional health concerns that are not yet diagnosed. Having your hearing tested early and regularly is a great way to keep you healthy as you age.

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Hal Ott

March 6, 2024.

The staff are very pleasant professional and efficient. Based upon my one visit I would recommend HearCare.

John Owen

February 29, 2024.

This is to say that Dr. Olson is the Masterless One in the practice of audiology - and his staff are absolutely peerless. As one of their patients for over 5 years, I continue to be impressed by the depth of their knowledge and their constructive application of it to my needs. This includes their ever-evolving technologically advanced equipment and techniques. The foundation of their practice and the starting point with every patient is based upon their advanced listening skills and sensitivities to the nuances of our individual needs. Above all, I hold Dr. Olson in the highest esteem because for many years he has been so giving of his time and talents volunteering humanitarian services to hearing-challenged persons on several continents. To the reader of this note, I say, you may be confident of receiving the best of care at Dr. Olson's Hear Care.

Susan St. John

January 26, 2024.

Dr. Jeff Olson, listened to my about the issues of my hearing and made me feel at ease.

David McAfee

January 21, 2024.

Bottomline: HearCare Audiology Center in Sarasota, FL provides the best service of ANY health care organization that I have EVER encountered. Here is my story: My ears had become increasingly painful for a period of over a month. In addition, my hearing had become so poor that I was getting really worried. How could I function in life if my hearing kept deteriorating? How could I continue to perform my job? In a panic, I drove to HearCare Audiology Center on a Friday afternoon. I had no reservation for an appointment, but I felt desperate to get professional help. I explained my situation to the compassionate staff. Dr. Jeffrey Olson was on his way out and overheard my story. He put aside his immediate weekend plans to help me, a suffering and worried patient. Dr. Olson professionally and correctly diagnosed my problem as severe wax build up over a period of several years in both ears. Dr. Olson used a high tech water machine to painlessly and quickly clear all of impacted wax out of my ears. Dr. Olson is a true professional who has mastered the audiology profession. Now that my ears have been totally cleared out, my hearing has never been better. I feel like I have my old life back again !!! THANK YOU DR. OLSON AND HEARCARE AUDIOLOGY CENTER STAFF FOR SHOWING COMPASSION TO ME ON A FRIDAY AFTERNOON. YOU PUT ASIDE YOUR WEEKEND PLANS TO TREAT ME AND HEAL ME !!!! DEAR READER...IF YOU HAVE HEARING ISSUES, PLEASE RUN.... DON'T WALK TO HEARCARE AUDIOLOGY CENTER. THEY WILL SHOW COMPASSION TOWARDS YOU AND THEN HEAL YOU !!!!!! 😊 Sincerely, Dave McAfee, Registered Professional Engineer

Cher Rowe

January 18, 2024.

HearCare Audiology is a caring, informative and professional hearing center. The visit from Beth right through to all the audiologists and staff is comfortable and a helpful experience. True professionals that feel like family, for all your hearing concerns!

William Strauss

December 29, 2023.

Very professional

Ann Zaltman

December 13, 2023.

The entire new patient experience was excellent. Staff and Dr Olsen were cheerful, competent, and professional.

Marcelina Suchocka

November 29, 2023.

Very kind and professional staff.

MYTH: HEARING LOSS IS ONLY FOR OLDER PEOPLE

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Dear Dr. HearCare: Fact or Myth?

MYTH: HEARING LOSS IS ONLY FOR OLDER PEOPLE

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You Might Be Interested in These Articles

Dr. Lundstrom’s Insights on Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Featured on Forbes

Dr. Lundstrom Featured on HealthyHearing!

Dear Dr. HearCare: How Often Should I Test My Hearing?

Request a Callback

How to Reach Us

HearCare Audiology Center

HearCare Audiology Center

Request an Appointment

with HearCare Audiology Center or call 941-219-4071