Kal Dhanda (Head of Knowledge & Library Services/Coach)
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A reminder that our quarterly newsletter is out now..
📢 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
👉 Read it here (NHS login):
nhs.sharepoint.com/sites/msteam... #newsletter #NHSLibraries
April 22, 2026 at 12:47 PM
A reminder that our quarterly newsletter is out now..
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Blind date with a book at Penn Reception today 📚
Free wrapped mystery books were handed out at lunchtime to mark World Book Night and the National Year of Reading. A little curiosity, a lot of joy — going all in on reading for pleasure.
#GoAllIn #BlindDateWithABook #WorldBookNight
Free wrapped mystery books were handed out at lunchtime to mark World Book Night and the National Year of Reading. A little curiosity, a lot of joy — going all in on reading for pleasure.
#GoAllIn #BlindDateWithABook #WorldBookNight
April 23, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Blind date with a book at Penn Reception today 📚
Free wrapped mystery books were handed out at lunchtime to mark World Book Night and the National Year of Reading. A little curiosity, a lot of joy — going all in on reading for pleasure.
#GoAllIn #BlindDateWithABook #WorldBookNight
Free wrapped mystery books were handed out at lunchtime to mark World Book Night and the National Year of Reading. A little curiosity, a lot of joy — going all in on reading for pleasure.
#GoAllIn #BlindDateWithABook #WorldBookNight
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What happens after discharge matters.
Today we worked with Sandwell Libraries & Archives and our OTs at Edward Street Hospital, introducing patients to their local library as a safe, welcoming place to go next. Social connection supports recovery. #NHS #Libraries #CommunityCare #SocialPrescribing
Today we worked with Sandwell Libraries & Archives and our OTs at Edward Street Hospital, introducing patients to their local library as a safe, welcoming place to go next. Social connection supports recovery. #NHS #Libraries #CommunityCare #SocialPrescribing
April 23, 2026 at 12:35 PM
What happens after discharge matters.
Today we worked with Sandwell Libraries & Archives and our OTs at Edward Street Hospital, introducing patients to their local library as a safe, welcoming place to go next. Social connection supports recovery. #NHS #Libraries #CommunityCare #SocialPrescribing
Today we worked with Sandwell Libraries & Archives and our OTs at Edward Street Hospital, introducing patients to their local library as a safe, welcoming place to go next. Social connection supports recovery. #NHS #Libraries #CommunityCare #SocialPrescribing
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When staff at Black Country Healthcare search BMJ Best Practice, they look at an array of topics. Here are the top five most searched themes over the last year. #evidence #Knowledge #NHSLibraries #BMJBP #Psychiatry #Psychology
April 28, 2026 at 1:07 PM
When staff at Black Country Healthcare search BMJ Best Practice, they look at an array of topics. Here are the top five most searched themes over the last year. #evidence #Knowledge #NHSLibraries #BMJBP #Psychiatry #Psychology
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Our Knowledge and Library Service runs a Book Exchange across our three site libraries – a simple way for staff to swap books and enjoy reading for pleasure. Take a book, leave a book, and have a browse next time you’re passing.
#Wellbeing #ReadingForPleasure #NHSLibraries #BookExchange
#Wellbeing #ReadingForPleasure #NHSLibraries #BookExchange
April 28, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Our Knowledge and Library Service runs a Book Exchange across our three site libraries – a simple way for staff to swap books and enjoy reading for pleasure. Take a book, leave a book, and have a browse next time you’re passing.
#Wellbeing #ReadingForPleasure #NHSLibraries #BookExchange
#Wellbeing #ReadingForPleasure #NHSLibraries #BookExchange
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📣 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...
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...
January 28, 2026 at 2:03 PM
📣 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...
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...
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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?...
▶️ View it here: youtu.be/YF9kG4OkQ4M?...
Knowledge and Library Services Induction video
YouTube video by BCHFT Knowledge and Library Services
youtu.be
February 11, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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?...
▶️ View it here: youtu.be/YF9kG4OkQ4M?...
Reposted by Kal Dhanda (Head of Knowledge & Library Services/Coach)
📚 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
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
February 12, 2026 at 10:27 AM
📚 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
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
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✍️ 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
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
February 12, 2026 at 10:39 AM
✍️ 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
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
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It's Health Literacy Month! Find out the definition of #HealthLiteracy by watching our short video: youtu.be/nbNzUx9zRCA?...
Health Literacy: What is Health Literacy?
YouTube video by BCHFT Knowledge and Library Services
youtu.be
October 7, 2025 at 3:23 PM
It's Health Literacy Month! Find out the definition of #HealthLiteracy by watching our short video: youtu.be/nbNzUx9zRCA?...
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📢 We’re now on #LinkedIn! Follow us for updates, resources, training, and more. Let’s connect➡️https://linkedin.com/company/bchft-knowledge-and-library-services
#NHSLibraries #HealthLibraries #StrivingforExcellence
#NHSLibraries #HealthLibraries #StrivingforExcellence
October 29, 2025 at 12:28 PM
📢 We’re now on #LinkedIn! Follow us for updates, resources, training, and more. Let’s connect➡️https://linkedin.com/company/bchft-knowledge-and-library-services
#NHSLibraries #HealthLibraries #StrivingforExcellence
#NHSLibraries #HealthLibraries #StrivingforExcellence
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📚 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!
January 15, 2026 at 3:38 PM
📚 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!
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📢 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
Focus areas: Children & Young People, Women’s Health, Mental Health, Winter Health & more.
Explore resources 👉 healthinfoweek.wixsite.com/healthinfowe...
#HIW2026
January 15, 2026 at 3:58 PM
📢 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
Focus areas: Children & Young People, Women’s Health, Mental Health, Winter Health & more.
Explore resources 👉 healthinfoweek.wixsite.com/healthinfowe...
#HIW2026
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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
January 19, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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
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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
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
January 19, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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
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#NHSH#Researchc#WMERER
BBC feature: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3rj4e95p30o#NHSH#Researchc#WMERER
October 30, 2025 at 1:03 PM
👏 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#NHSH#Researchc#WMERER
BBC feature: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3rj4e95p30o#NHSH#Researchc#WMERER
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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
October 14, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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
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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
September 29, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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
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Join us on Wednesday for our #ReadingGroup from 2pm!
📚 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
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
September 29, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Join us on Wednesday for our #ReadingGroup from 2pm!
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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
💡 Support your work, learning & wellbeing
🔗https://forms.office.com/r/xiUrRfUZLG
September 29, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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
💡 Support your work, learning & wellbeing
🔗https://forms.office.com/r/xiUrRfUZLG
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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
August 19, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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
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📚 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 [email protected]
#HeLM #NHSLibraries
#HeLM #NHSLibraries
August 20, 2025 at 9:48 AM
📚 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 [email protected]
#HeLM #NHSLibraries
#HeLM #NHSLibraries
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🗣️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
August 20, 2025 at 10:36 AM
🗣️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
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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 [email protected] for bespoke sessions.
August 20, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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 [email protected] for bespoke sessions.
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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 [email protected] for further information #Research #Evidence #NHSLibrary
August 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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 [email protected] for further information #Research #Evidence #NHSLibrary