A reminder that @bchftlibrary.bsky.social library staff will be giving away free mystery wrapped books to mark #WorldBookNight tomorrow at Penn Hospital, 12noon-1pm #GoAllIn #NHSLibraries

BCHFT Knowledge & Library Services run practical training to support evidence‑based practice 🧠📚 From searching healthcare databases and critical appraisal to health literacy, reflective writing, BrowZine eJournals and writing for publication — we help staff use evidence with confidence.#NHSLibraries

Yesterday, Lisa and Suzanne presented to the Clinical Digital Special Interest Group on AI in Evidence‑Based Healthcare: Navigating #Misinformation, Hallucinations, and #Copyright.
Lots of great questions and discussion, the session offers a #library and evidence‑based view of gen AI.

A reminder that our online #ReadingGroup meeting will take place tomorrow afternoon between 2-3pm. Contact us for the link. #ReadingforPleasure #RecreationalReading #Wellbeing

📚 #Library update – Bank Holiday
All @bchftlibrary.bsky.social libraries will be closed 3–6 April.
🔑 Swipe‑card access still available
💻 PCs, seating & self‑service machines open for self‑study #NHSLibraries #Easter

📚 Blind Date with a Book
To celebrate #WorldBookNight & the National Year of #Reading, library staff will be at Penn Hospital reception on Thursday 23 April, 12–1pm, giving away free wrapped books.
Pick a mystery book, keep it or pass it on #NHSLibraries #GoAllIn

📢 KLS News – Issue 11 is out now! This issue includes the expanded MIDER, tips on journal email alerts, the new Patient Library at Edward Street, and Stress Awareness resources.
👉 Read it here (NHS login):
nhs.sharepoint.com/sites/msteam... #newsletter #NHSLibraries

We had a #farewell presentation this morning for Ashton, our Apprentice Library Assistant at Bushey Fields. He will be missed by library staff and users alike. All the best for the future!

📚 #ReadingGroup – Wed 1 April, 2–3pm
This month we’re reading There Are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak — a sweeping story of love, memory, healing, and the threads connecting the Thames, the Tigris, and the epic of Gilgamesh. Join us in person or share your spoiler‑free thoughts in our Teams chat.

📚✨The new Therapy Hub Patient Library at Edward Street is complete! The top shelf of books was purchased thanks to funding from West Bromwich Building Society, with the rest kindly donated by our local #publiclibraries in West Bromwich, Wolverhampton and Dudley. #NHSLibraries #workingtogether

Our @bchftlibrary.bsky.social service delivered #HealthLiteracy Awareness training for the Trust Communications Team, supporting clearer, more accessible patient information. The learning is being put into practice and recognised as valuable for anyone creating patient‑facing materials #nhslibraries

Celebrate reading with our online @bchftlibrary.bsky.social Reading Group 📖 A relaxed, friendly space to share books and reading for pleasure — no pressure, just conversation.
Reading supports wellbeing, connection and reflection. This is a great year to get involved. #Wellbeing #ReadingforPleasure

📚We’re showcasing our new book stock at Bushey Fields Library, based at the Henry Lautch Centre, Dudley. If you’re nearby, do pop in and have a browse. Not based at Bushey Fields? You can join the library online, reserve your books, and collect them from any of our site libraries #NHSLibraries

📚 Did you know the BCHFT Library team is also on LinkedIn?
If LinkedIn is your go‑to for work updates, we’d love you to follow us there too 👇
🔗 www.linkedin.com/company/bchf...
Thanks for staying connected with your Trust library team 📖

📚 We’re on Instagram too!The BCHFT Library team share a quirky, behind‑the‑scenes look at library life over on Instagram — including new book recommendations, events, displays and everyday library moments from across the Trust.
Give us a follow 👇📸 @BCHFTLibrary

When a clinician needed evidence to support a patient conversation, the library service provided tailored support through a focused literature search, saving clinical time and supporting evidence‑based care. There was a conversation which supported the patient's decision-making and wellbeing.

📚🦈 #WorldBookDay 🦈📚 is all about stories, imagination and inspiration — and this year Helen brought all three by dressing up as a shark🦈 Libraries help keep curiosity alive, supporting learning, wellbeing and professional development every day.

📚 National Year of Reading 2026
Celebrate #reading by visiting our #BookExchange at Bushey Fields (Dudley), Penn (Wolverhampton) or Dorothy Pattison (Walsall). Pick up a book — and if you have one you’ve enjoyed, feel free to bring it along and share it.
Take a book. Leave a book.

✍️ Case study spotlight: #WritingforPublication
We’ve captured a case study from our Writing for Publication session, delivered by Suzanne. The session helped participants build confidence and understand the publishing process. #NHSLibraries #LibraryImpact #ProfessionalDevelopment

📚 Edward Street Pop‑Up Library today!
We’re at Edward Street 10am–2pm with our Pop‑Up Library.
We'll answer library questions and chat about how we can support you. We’ll also be talking about the Wellbeing Space at Edward Street, with books available for staff, patients and visitors.👋#wellbeing

Knowledge and Library Services Induction video YouTube video by BCHFT Knowledge and Library Services

We’re excited to share a fab new @bchftlibrary.bsky.social induction video, created by Ashton as the final project for his Level 3 apprenticeship. It offers a clear, quick overview of what the library provides and how colleagues can get started
▶️ View it here: youtu.be/YF9kG4OkQ4M?...

📣 The KLS Newsletter – Issue Ten is here!
We’ve put together a short video guide to walk you through the highlights of this edition:
✨ New resource guides for Nurses, Doctors & AHPs
📝 Reflective writing training
💪 Musculoskeletal support resources
www.canva.com/design/DAG-T...

📣 Our latest KLS Newsletter is out now! Issue Ten is packed with useful updates including new resource guides for Nurses, Doctors and AHPs, reflective writing training, musculoskeletal support resources, plus a sneak peek at the Year of Reading 2026.
www.canva.com/design/DAG-T...

📚 Pop-Up Library Today!
We’re at Edward Street Hospital from 10am – 2pm for our Pop-Up Library event.
✅ Come and chat with the library team about:

How we can support evidence-based practice
Accessing resources, training, and more

Got questions? We’re here to help!

🧠 Health Information Week – Mental Health
Mental health matters every day. Access to trusted information can help us understand, support, and improve wellbeing.
📚 We’ve created a poster with links to books, eBooks and a podcast. #HIW2026

🌸 Health Information Week – Day Three: Women’s Health 🌸
Today we’re focusing on Women’s Health – from reproductive care to mental wellbeing, access to trusted information matters.
#HIW2026

Health Information Week – Day 1: Children & Young People
Trusted info saves lives. Scan our poster QR codes for support from NSPCC, YoungMinds, GOSH, Save the Children, and PAPYRUS (suicide prevention).
📲 Access help, advice & resources now.
#HIW2026

It's Health Information Week! We will post each day with tips and trusted sources to help you find and share reliable health information! Stop by the Libraries and check out our displays throughout the week! #HIW2026

📢 Next week is Health Information Week 2026 – promoting trusted health resources for patients & the public.
Focus areas: Children & Young People, Women’s Health, Mental Health, Winter Health & more.
Explore resources 👉 healthinfoweek.wixsite.com/healthinfowe...
#HIW2026