📣 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
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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?...
📚 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
✍️ 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
It's Health Literacy Month! Find out the definition of #HealthLiteracy by watching our short video: youtu.be/nbNzUx9zRCA?...
📢 We’re now on #LinkedIn! Follow us for updates, resources, training, and more. Let’s connect➡️linkedin.com/company/bchft-knowledge-...
#NHSLibraries #HealthLibraries #StrivingforExcellence
📚 National Year of Reading 2026 is here! We’ve joined over 60 organisations – including @readingagency.bsky.social, @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social -to make reading part of everyday life again. This isn’t about pressure or targets. It’s about joy. Love films, music or fitness? Read about them!
📢 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
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
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
👏 Well done Dr Kar a true advocate for NHS Knowledge & Library Services and how he supports evidence-based practice & research.All of his papers (where permitted) are linked via our NHS repository 👉 WMER
BBC feature: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3rj4e95p30o
#NHS #Research #WMER
Good event at Penn Bowling Club for #AHPDay! We shared insights on #HealthLiteracy and connected with colleagues across the Trust. Excited to launch our AHP Knowledge Networks for #Knowvember—pairing AHPs from different teams to spark collaboration 💬🤝 #Connect
We had a fantastic morning at Halesowen Public Library, supporting members of the public with the #NHSApp and promoting #HealthLiteracy as part of the #AgeingWellFestival. Great conversations, practical help, and lots of learning! #NHSLibraries #WorkingTogether #collaboration
Join us on Wednesday for our #ReadingGroup from 2pm!
New to BCHFT or want an update? Join our @bchftlibrary.bsky.social Knowledge & Library Services Induction on Wed 22 Oct (10–10:45am) Discover tools like OpenAthens, NHS Hub, BrowZine & more
💡 Support your work, learning & wellbeing
🔗https://forms.office.com/r/xiUrRfUZLG
Explore our tailored intranet pages for Doctors, Nurses, and soon AHPs—designed to support your clinical and evidence needs. Visit the @bchftlibrary.bsky.social site on the staff intranet to discover resources just for you. 🏥 #NHSLibrary #Evidence #Knowledge
📚 Join the @bchftlibrary.bsky.social and access 40+ NHS libraries across the Midlands through the HeLM consortium!🔄 Borrow up to 16 items for up to 30 weeks📲 Get text alerts for reservations, renewals & returns💬Questions? Email bchft.library@nhs.net
#HeLM #NHSLibraries
🗣️We asked you how @bchftlibrary.bsky.social Knowledge & Library Services has helped - and you had a lot to say! We've created a #wordcloud from your responses, highlighting the words that came up most often. #strivingforexcellence #NHSLibrary
Our @bchftlibrary.bsky.social training sessions cover everything from Critical Appraisal & Reflective Writing to Health Literacy & Writing for Publication. Explore eResources, sharpen your searching, and more! Book now or email bchft.library@nhs.net for bespoke sessions.
When you're looking for research online, using #Libkey Nomad helps to guide you to the full-text. Look for the green teardrop symbol! Email bchft.library@nhs.net for further information #Research #Evidence #NHSLibrary
Reflect to Elevate Your Practice! Join us for a dynamic session on reflective writing & models of reflection.
📅 24 Sept & 5 Nov | ⏰ 13:30–14:30
💬 Interactive scenarios
🛠️ Practical techniques
#ReflectivePractice #StrivingforExcellence #NHSLibrary
It's quick and easy to get started with #Audiobooks
@libbyapp.com If you're short on time there are some titles that are less than five hours long #speedlisten #NHSLibraries #RecreationalReading #wellbeing
🕵️♀️ Unmask the truth. Protect your health.
The #MisinformationUnMASKED campaign helps the public spot fake health info using 7 simple checks.
📚 Ask a librarian. Trust evidence. Check the date.
🔗 library.nhs.uk/health-information
#HealthLiteracy #NHSUnmasked
📚 BCHFT #ReadingGroup 📚Join us on Wednesday 1st October at 2pm for our next meeting!
We’ll be discussing Love Untold by Ruth Jones 💬
Open to all staff – come along for a friendly chat and bookish inspiration! #Wellbeing #ReadingforPleasure #RecreationalReading
World Suicide Prevention Day is on 10th September.
Let’s raise awareness, offer support, and share resources that can make a difference.
Explore @bchftlibrary.bsky.social’s guide:
🔗 www.canva.com/design/DAGgx...
Need evidence to support care decisions but short on time? Let us do the digging! Request a literature search and access the latest, high-quality research to inform your practice. 📚💡🔗https://forms.office.com/e/4bAn2cTCMn
World Suicide Prevention Day is tomorrow, 10th September.
Let’s raise awareness, offer support, and share resources that can make a difference.
Explore @bchftlibrary.bsky.social’s guide:
🔗 canva.com/design/DAGgx...
Curious what your colleagues are searching for on BMJ Best Practice? Here's our list of hot topics. BMJ Best Practice is your #point-of-care tool for fast, evidence-based answers—available free to all NHS staff. Make confident decisions with trusted clinical info—anytime, anywhere.
#WorldPatientSafetyDay was established by the World Health Organization in 2019 to spotlight a global health priority: keeping patients safe. Observed every 17 Sept, it unites healthcare workers, patients & policymakers worldwide to reduce harm & improve care.
Unlock your potential with @bchftlibrary.bsky.social Knowledge & Library Services Induction! 📚Discover resources, expert support, and tools to boost your work, learning, and wellbeing. Book your spot today and start making the most of your NHS library! forms.office.com/r/xiUrRfUZLG
