Experiences of implementing the 'Making Every Contact Count' initiative into a UK integrated care system: an interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The 'Making Every Contact Count' (MECC) approach is in line with the current National Health Service (NHS) strategy to improve and prevent health conditions in England. Despite its importance and value for preventative healthcare, implementation of MECC varies. The aim of this study was to explore the barriers and facilitators of implementing MECC and MECC training into an integrated care system (ICS).

Methods

Remote semi-structured interviews were conducted with staff across an ICS in the North West of England who were involved in implementing and delivering MECC across the region. Data were analysed initially using an inductive thematic analysis approach and then interpreted using the 'Capability, Opportunity, Motivation = Behaviour' (COM-B) model of behaviour c

SUBMITTER: Turner R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10689001 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature