Dr. Valarie Jerome

Eye Got You with Dr. Valarie Jerome

Health EN ↓ 28 episodes

Eye Got You is your space for honest, simple conversations about vision, eye health and everyday wellness. I’m Dr Valarie Jerome, optometrist and total eye nerd. No jargon, no pressure—just real talk that helps you feel seen, heard and supported. Whether we’re tackling dry eyes or talking self-care, you’ll get practical advice you can actually use. Because your eyes matter. And so do you.

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Dr. Valarie Jerome

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What Your Sleep Says About Your Eyes 04.07.2025 9:39

Sleep and sight—more connected than you think. In this very first episode of Eye Got You , Dr. Valarie Jerome uncovers how poor sleep, screen time, and even snoring can affect your eye health. From dry, red, and puffy eyes to more serious conditions like glaucoma and optic nerve damage, Dr. Val walks you through the science of shut-eye and how your eyes can often be the first part of the body to s...

Snoring, Sleep Apnoea, and Your Eyes: What You Need to Know 04.07.2025 8:40

Snoring might seem harmless (or just annoying for your partner), but it could be a red flag for something far more serious: obstructive sleep apnoea. In this episode of Eye Got You , Dr. Valarie Jerome explains how sleep apnoea doesn’t just impact your energy—it can also put your eyes at serious risk. From increased pressure on the optic nerve to a greater chance of developing glaucoma, sleep apno...

Why You Really Need an Eye Exam (Even If You Think You See Fine) 04.07.2025 11:46

Think you don’t need an eye exam because you can see just fine? Think again. In this debut episode of Eye Got You , host Dr. Valarie Jerome breaks down why routine eye examinations are about so much more than updating your glasses prescription. Based in Newbury, UK, Dr Valarie—an optometrist recognized in the Top 100 UK Female Entrepreneurs 2021 and founder of Valarie Jerome Optometrists —walks yo...