Kal Dhanda (Head of Knowledge & Library Services/Coach)

👏 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

“Back to work, but not the same me.”
Have you returned to work after maternity or adoption leave and found things different—new routines or the emotional juggle of work and parenting?
We’re looking for staff storytellers for our next Schwartz Round. 📩 bchft.schwartzrounds@nhs.net

Men’s health—physical or mental—is too often overlooked. If you’ve faced challenges while working in healthcare and want to share your story, we’re looking for staff storytellers for our next Schwartz Round.
📩 bchft.schwartzrounds@nhs.net

🎉 Congratulations to Zoe who completed our #AnnualSurvey and won a donated copy of "How I Hacked my Mental Health" by Aparna Piramal Raje 📚 She collected her prize from Bushey Fields library this afternoon. Enjoy your read, Zoe! 🌟 #MentalHealth #KLSSurvey #BookWinner

The new NHS Knowledge and Library Hub, your one-stop discovery platform for evidence-based information and guidance is launching from 7th July with an easier search and a cleaner look. #NHSKLHub

It's Self-care month. Here's our guide to resources including books, eBooks, podcasts and audiobooks: www.canva.com/design/DAGr0...

Discover the benefits of using #BrowZine to browse eJournals relevant to your work and track new issues with the My Bookshelf feature. Stay updated and enhance your research! Check out our video resource playlist: youtube.com/playlist?lis.... #NHSLibraries #Evidence

Still buzzing from #ISC25 in Birmingham!
Sketchnoters from across the world, sharing ideas, laughs, and a lot of markers.
Proud to be part of such a creative and generous community. Certified in Human Connection, officially 💛✍️
#VisualThinking #SketchnoteCamp

I co-hosted a brilliant session with Suzanne Toft for 120 staff from Mental Health Support Teams in schools.We shared how library services support their work, spotlighted health literacy, & urged caution with AI’s made-up refs. Great energy and eager minds! #HealthLiteracy @bchftlibrary.bsky.social

This week #LibrariesChangeLives showcases how Libraries across all sectors make an impact. In this video, David talks about how a @bchftlibrary.bsky.social evidence search saved time and enabled him to complete an important project on time. #StrivingforExcellence #NHSLibraries

BrowZine's 'My Bookshelf' allows you to organise your favourite journals and set up email alerts as new issues are published. Watch our video guide to get started: youtu.be/jHj0xTqYUDU?...