Metabolic health
Watch this engaging session on the foundations of metabolic health and its impact on overall wellbeing.
It covers key topics such as blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle habits that support better health—sharing practical tips to boost energy, manage weight, and reduce health risks.
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Why this work matters
Liz begins by explaining why DATS exists and why it is so important in a safety critical environment like the railway. Following a major rail crash in 1991, drug and alcohol testing became a legal requirement for safety critical staff. DATS was created to ensure that employees who needed help had a safe and supported route to get it.
Our aim is to safely and timely return employees back to the workplace, predominantly to their substantive role,” Liz explains. “And without doubt, this service has saved lives, the lives of families and the generations that follow.
— Davina McCall, Broadcaster
Since the early 1990s, DATS has supported over 3,000 employees. The service has evolved over time and now includes support for drugs, alcohol and gambling.
A personal story of addiction and recovery
At the heart of the session is Foziah’s story. She first came to DATS in 2005 while on probation at TfL, after years of using drugs and alcohol to cope with emotional pain. Like many people, Foziah was afraid to come forward. She worried about losing her job, being judged and what might happen to her family. Even when she spoke to her manager, she admits she did not tell the full story at first.
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What helped her take that first step was trust and reassurance. She was told clearly that her job was safe while she engaged with the DATS process.
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