ProCare

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ProCare is a leading healthcare provider that aims to deliver the most progressive, proactive and equitable health and wellbeing services in Aotearoa.

23/04/2026

For every generation, vaccines work. That’s the theme for this year’s , kicking off tomorrow!

We’re proud to support our general practices in safeguarding our communities. From having our Ara Hauora and HVAZ teams helping to give immunisations at local health days to clinical support for our Network behind the scenes, our goal is simple: empowering whānau to stay well.

As we head into winter, now is the time to check your protection:
✅ Check: View your records via your patient portal.
✅ Chat: Talk to your GP or nurse about what's right for your whānau.
✅ Book: Contact your clinic for catch-ups or your flu vaccine.

Let’s keep our community healthy this winter!

22/04/2026

Thousands of people are getting MRI scans 2–3 weeks sooner thanks to the GP & NP‑led MRI programme.

We’re marking a major milestone today, announcing the programme’s expansion nationwide, with our final partners in Manawatū preparing to implement the service. Eligible patients across Aotearoa will soon have access to a faster, simpler MRI referral pathway led by primary care.

Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive of ProCare, says, “When we launched this programme as a pilot in 2017, the aim was simple — to remove unnecessary steps and get people the right care sooner. Nearly a decade on, having this pathway available nationwide shows how general practice‑led innovation improves outcomes for patients and their whānau, while also strengthening the health system.”

We’re grateful to ACC and all of the primary health organisations and clinicians who have chosen to work alongside us on this mahi. Together, we’re demonstrating what primary care can achieve at scale.

Read more in the media release: www.procare.co.nz/news/2026/acc-gp-led-mri-programme-goes-nationwide-cutting-weeks-off-diagnosis-times/

16/04/2026

We’d like to take a moment to thank Taualeo’o Stephen Stehlin MNZM as he finishes up his time on ProCare’s Pacific Advisory Committee, ProPa.

ProPa is an advisory committee that provides strategic Pacific health and cultural guidance to ProCare, helping to share our work to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for Pacific communities across Auckland.

Stephen has been a deeply respected and influential voice on the committee since joining in 2015, bringing wisdom, humour and a strong commitment to Pacific wellbeing. His leadership helped ensure Pacific perspectives were heard, valued and reflected across ProCare’s work. He is also widely recognised as a trailblazer in Pacific media through his long standing leadership of the television programme Tagata Pasifika.

Chair of ProPa, Sally Dalhousie, says: “Fa’afetai tele lava Stephen. Thank you for your awesome support as a ProPa member. Your commitment, encouragement and belief in what we stand for has been truly inspirational. Alofa tele atu, fa’atasi ai ma le fa’afeiloa’i ma le agaga fa’afetai.”

Fa’afetai tele lava, Taualeo’o. We thank you for your guidance, service and dedication, and wish you all the best for the next chapter of your journey.

15/04/2026

Over the weekend, our Ara Hauora mobile nurse team joined Te Hā Oranga and a range of local health and community providers to deliver a community health day at the Massey Community Hub.

Ara Hauora delivered 19 immunisations, including 16 flu vaccinations and two childhood immunisation catch-ups, and a Boostrix shot for one of the adults. The strong turnout showed just how valuable accessible, community-based health services are.

The event brought together a wide range of services, with providers including Well Women, Te Hā Oranga Tamariki Ora, Noho Āhuru (Housing), Heart Foundation, Breast Screening, Te Oranga Pūkahukahu, Bowel Screening, Oral Health, and the Electoral Commission all on site.

It was great to see whānau making the most of the day — having kōrero with providers, learning more about their health, and engaging with the services available. Free kai, including a sausage sizzle, and fun activities for tamariki helped keep the energy up throughout the day.

We’re proud to have been part of an event that made it easier for whānau to access care and information in one place. Ngā mihi nui to Te Ha Oranga for leading such a successful event, and to all the providers who came together to support the community.

13/04/2026

Last Friday, we welcomed the Minister for ACC, Hon. Scott Simpson, to discuss how primary care and ACC are working together to support people’s recovery, return to work, and long‑term wellbeing.

We shared what this collaboration looks like in practice today, the critical role general practice plays across ACC client journeys, and how a more coordinated, future‑focused approach can strengthen health outcomes, system sustainability, and productivity.

“Primary care plays a vital role in supporting ACC and the wider health system – through programmes that help people return to work sooner and stay well.

“We’re proud to bring primary care insights and innovation into these system‑level conversations and to contribute to progress that benefits people, healthcare practices the health system as a whole,” says Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at ProCare.

We value the opportunity to engage directly with government leaders and appreciate the Minister’s commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in healthcare.

07/04/2026

A reminder that we’re running a community health day with Te Hā Oranga this Saturday 11 April from 10am-2pm at Massey Community Hub! There'll be free health checks, kids' activities, and a sausage sizzle, and our Ara Hauora nurses team will be providing flu immunisations.

06/04/2026

Winter is approaching. Protect yourself and your family.

Flu vaccines are available starting today, 1 April, to safeguard you and your community this winter.

Flu, Covid, and whooping cough spread more easily in colder months. Immunisation effectively reduces severe illness, hospitalisation, and the spread of winter viruses.

✅ Flu vaccines available now
✅ Covid vaccines year-round; ensure you’re up-to-date before winter
✅ Free vaccines for those aged 65+, anyone who is pregnant, and people with certain health conditions.

👶 Protect pēpi this winter
Whooping cough (pertussis) can be serious for babies. Pregnant women should get immunised to pass some immunity to newborns until they receive their own immunisations at 6 weeks. (Ensure baby's immunisations are timely!)

You can book vaccines at many pharmacies, GPs, Hauora Māori, and Pacific health providers, as well as some midwives and community vaccinators.

📅 Book your vaccination online at 👉 bookmyvaccine.health.nz

In addition to vaccination, prevent winter illness by staying home if unwell, washing hands frequently, and practicing good hygiene.

02/04/2026

We're teaming up with Te Hā Oranga to run a community health day. If you're in North-West Auckland, please spread the word! There'll be free health checks, kids' activities, and a sausage sizzle. The event is on 10am–2pm, Saturday 11 April, at Massey Community Hub.

31/03/2026

We’ve been on a mission to make it easier for our community to access free health checks. Last weekend we delivered our second Pacific community health screening event in partnership with The Fono.

Our kainga joined us at the Tongan Methodist Church - Kenani Hall in Ōtāhuhu for a wide range of quick, useful health services all in one place, including free dental checks from The Fono, immunisations (including measles), Smokefree support, and health information and education. It was another rewarding and successful day, with many saying they gained a better understanding of their health and wellbeing.

A huge thank you to our event partners: The Fono/ Arthritis New Zealand / Well Women and Family Trust / Tōtara Hospice / Ministry of Social Development NZ / Breast Cancer Foundation NZ / Pacific Public Health - Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora / BreastScreen Aotearoa / Health Literacy NZ

We’d also like to acknowledge our partnership with Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora in delivering the Healthy Village Action Zone (HVAZ) programme, which supports fourteen Pacific Churches. It was wonderful to have nurses that support these churches come along to help provide health checks at the event!

26/03/2026

We’d like to take a moment to spotlight a general practice who has delivered an innovative approach to improving cervical and HPV screening rates for their community – Henderson Medical Centre!

The practice recently ran a 12-hour, nurse-led cervical screening clinic. Running from 8am to 8pm, it directly addressed key reasons for patients not being able to get checked – work, childcare demands, costs, and the overall difficulty of attending during standard 9-5 hours – and included direct outreach to Māori and Pacific women to encourage attendance.

The clinic offered a flexible, comfortable and stigma free opportunity for women to put their health first. The Henderson Medical nurse team saw a great turnout, screening several women including one attendee who had never been screened before. The team also followed up on general health checks and answered questions. Attendees had only positive feedback, noting that the after-hours opportunity was the first time they’d been able to get their health checked without stress or time pressure.

Congratulations to Henderson Medical for their thoughtful and well-planned approach! The team is already looking into next steps on how they can continue to boost cervical screening rates.

23/03/2026

With major capitation funding reforms due to take effect from 1 July 2026, practices are being asked to make critical decisions now — without access to the modelling, data requirements, or financial clarity needed to do so safely.

In New Zealand Doctor, ProCare CEO Bindi Norwell advocates for urgent action from Te Whatu Ora and the Ministry of Health, including:
• Clear data-sharing and security requirements
• Transparency on timelines and performance-based payments
• Mitigation options for practices facing funding reductions.

Primary care is already under significant pressure. Asking practices to opt in or out of contingent capitation without full information places unacceptable risk on sustainability, workforce planning and patient care.

ProCare stands ready to work constructively with government and sector partners — but clarity is needed now, not after the deadline has passed.

Read the full article: https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/opinion/procare-calls-urgent-clarity-capitation-changes-practices

20/03/2026

Next week, ProCare’s Healthy Village Action Zone (HVAZ) team is hosting another free community health screening day in partnership with The Fono and other health service providers! Āiga are welcome to drop in and access a wide range of quick useful health checks all conveniently in one place!

• Dental checks, Immunisation including measles, and Smokefree support – The Fono
• Diabetes tests – ProCare
• Gout tests & education – Arthritis New Zealand & ProCare
• Blood pressure checks, stroke prevention, and heart rhythm checks – Stroke Aotearoa New Zealand & ProCare
• Bowel screening education and prostate screening information – Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
• Breast health information – Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
• Cervical screening education – Well Women and Family Trust
• Family support and care information – Tōtara Hospice
• Social support and disability services – Ministry of Social Development NZ
• Education sessions – Health Literacy NZ.

Come see us at the Tongan Methodist Church Hall (Kenani), 89 Fairburn Road, Ōtāhuhu on Saturday 28 March 9am-1pm.

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