Meet a Changemaker: Darshana Lathigra, NHS Health and Wellbeing Coach, Public Health Nutritionist and self-employed health engagement consultant

Darshana has lived and worked in Newham for over 25 years. She loves to connect with people and draws her energy from this diverse and thriving borough which has given her numerous career opportunities and a fulfilling life. Darshana’s work as an NHS Health and Wellbeing Coach is devoted to transforming the health of Newham residents. She has coached, educated and empowered hundreds of residents to adopt a healthier lifestyle, to prevent obesity, diabetes and hypertension and thereby prevent heart diseases, strokes and poor mental health. Darshana’s work spans the local authority, health and voluntary sectors; her life’s purpose is to tirelessly challenge and reduce health inequalities in Newham.