We create this infographic recently for an NHS client who commissioned Upshot Marketing to investigate local drivers to increasing A&E attendance among those with a low clinical need. We carried out face-to-face and telephone research with GP surgeries and hospitals to identify messaging and service developments that could help divert these patients to a more appropriate service.
It’s not just about GP availability we found. But more about tackling a complex range of factors – both national and local.
According to the National Social Marketing Centre (2011) the most successful behavioural change and social marketing programmes use at least two of the four elements. For these A&E projects, our research uncovered actionable ideas in all four strands.