Speakers:
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Agatha Lawless, Project Manager, MECC Programme, HSE
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Marcella Ryan, Project Manager, MECC Programme
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Josh Henebry, Project Manager, MECC Programme
Summary:
The Making Every Contact Count (MEC) program aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to engage with patients on lifestyle behaviours and promote healthier choices. The program focuses on chronic disease prevention and management, addressing small lifestyle issues such as diet, exercise, alcohol consumption, and smoking.
Research shows that brief interventions can have a profound effect on patients, and The Making Every Contact Count Programme provides healthcare professionals with the tools to support behaviour change. The Making Every Contact Count Programme is part of the larger Healthy Ireland framework, aligning with the goal of improving overall population health. The program emphasises the importance of strong interpersonal skills and integrating The Making Every Contact Count Programme into routine clinical practice.