Seasons Greetings. Smallwood library will be unstaffed on December 25 and 26, 2025 as well as January 1 2026. Email your requests to [email protected] and we will respond when services resume.

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "Whale Fall" by Elizabeth O’Connor. A tale about the struggles between duty and desire, tradition and change. No sign-up required to join the chat. Request the meeting link via email @ [email protected]

Secure your place on our Evidence in a Flash session on 13/02/26 at 9.30am for a 30 minute overview of the NHS Knowledge and Library Hub. Discover an evidence-based alternative to Google with plenty of interactive practice.

Secure your place on our Reflective Writing session on 03/02/26 at 10am for tips on how to effectively record insights from your experiences and learning from events attended. We're here to support you with your revalidation or practice.

Join us for the return of Smallwood Library's festive quiz! You have a chance to win up to £15 in popular Love2Shop vouchers. To participate, request the link or a printed version. Don't delay—submissions close at noon on December 23rd, 2025. #FestiveFun #Love2ShopVouchers

Join our Health Literacy session on January 27, 2026 at 10am for essential advice on effectively communicating health information. Empower your patients to actively participate in their healthcare journey.

Join #BCHCReads on December 10th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams to discuss "Whale Fall" by Elizabeth O’Connor. A tale about the struggles between duty and desire, tradition and change. Email [email protected] to request the meeting link. We'd love to welcome you if it's your first time.

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "All the Colours of the Dark" by Chris Whitaker. A heart-wrenching tale of love and resilience. Request the meeting link via email @ [email protected]

Black History Month Book of the Week is Ordinary People by Diana Evans. A portrait exploring love, culture, connection, and the quiet struggles of everyday life #BHM2025

Black History Month Book of the Week is Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman. A modern classic that flips racial dynamics and challenges us to think deeply about justice and identity. Available to watch as a BBC Drama buff.ly/j1RnOsQ #BHM2025

Join #BCHCReads on November 12th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams to discuss "All the Colours of the Dark" by Chris Whitaker. A heart-wrenching tale of love and resilience. No booking needed. Email [email protected] to request the meeting link.

Secure your spot on our Literature searching session on 05/12/25 at 9:30am. Get in touch to learn practical tips and techniques for carrying out both simple and advanced search strategies with hands-on practice.

Black History Month Book of the Week is Love in Colour by Bolu Babalola. A collection of love stories that reimagine myths with bold, joyful, and empowering twists #BHM2025

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "That's Not My Name" by Megan Lally. A suspenseful young adult thriller that explores identity, buried secrets, and the desperate search for truth. Request the meeting link via email @ [email protected]

Black History Month Book of the Week is The Confessions of Frannie Langton by Sara Collins. A tale of love, injustice, and identity told through the eyes of a formerly enslaved woman in Georgian London. Available to watch on ITVX buff.ly/T2Y19EE #BHM2025

Join us for a special Black History Month Book Group session on 24 October at 12:30pm! Email [email protected] to request the link. We’re reading Small Island by Andrea Levy - a powerful story of identity, belonging, and post-war Britain. Available as a BBC Drama buff.ly/Uj8vjye #BHM2025

Are you at the Black History Month event at Moseley Hall Hospital today? Don’t miss our stand. Come and explore what we have to offer!

Happy #BlackHistoryMonth. We honour the legacy and endurance of the Black community in the UK and around the world. From trailblazers to our everyday heroes who’ve shaped history and inspire us to build a future rooted in unity and progress #BHM2025

Celebrate #HealthLiteracy Month with our training session on 20/10/25 at 12 noon. Packed with tips to enhance better communication of health information to patients and their families t.co/CZNDiECi2h

Join #BCHCReads on October 8th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams to discuss "That's Not My Name" by Megan Lally. A suspenseful young adult thriller. Email us to request the meeting link. No booking needed. Access the audiobook with your NHS OpenAthens account as your “library card” at bit.ly/41XP8J0

We're at the BCHC AGM at Priestley Wharf. Come visit our stand to explore how we're supporting members with resources, digital access, and services. Whether you're looking for clinical evidence, CPD support, or just want to say hello. Chat with our team and grab some freebies.

Secure your spot for the Theory of Critical Appraisal session on 20/11/25, at 10am to learn how to assess the reliability of published evidence and explore essential methods, terminology, and checklists.

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "The Perfect Psychopath" by Alice Hunter. A gripping crime thriller with themes of trust, deception, and psychological manipulation. Email [email protected] to request the meeting link.

The library will be unstaffed on Monday, August 25th. Email your requests to [email protected] and we will respond when services resume.

Join #BCHCReads on September 10th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams for a discussion of "The Perfect Psychopath" by Alice Hunter. No registration needed—just log in and participate. Newcomers are welcome! Request the link at [email protected]

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "The New Neighbours" by Claire Douglas. Email [email protected] to request the meeting link.

Secure your place on our Health Literacy session on 20/10/25 at 12 noon for valuable tips on simple and clear sharing of health information to empower patients to take an active role in their care.

Get in touch to secure your place on our Return to Study session on 17/09/25 at 9:30am. Enhance your skills in time management, essay structuring, and referencing.

Join #BCHCReads on August 13th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams as we discuss "The New Neighbours," a domestic thriller by Claire Douglas. No need to reserve a spot — simply turn up and join in. Everyone is welcome, especially if it’s your first time! Request the meeting link at [email protected]

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "Here one moment" by Liane Moriarty. Email [email protected] to request the meeting link.

Explore the revamped NHS Knowledge and Library Hub. Your go-to platform for evidence-based information and guidance. Enjoy easier searching and a sleek new interface. Dive in today!

We're at the BCHC Leadership Conference today. Drop by to find out more on how we can support you on your leadership journey.

Make us your go-to resource for evidence to underpin policies and guidelines. Our expert librarians conduct literature searches to save colleagues time and empower them to deliver excellent patient care.

Join #BCHCReads on July 9th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams as we dive into Liane Moriarty’s gripping novel "Here one moment". No need to book—just come along and be part of the conversation. New faces are always welcome! Email [email protected] to request the meeting link.

Welcome new and existing accounts to the Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Starter Pack. Featuring BCHC staff, colleagues, and departments with a BlueSky account. Have you or your team got a BlueSky account? Make connections easier by letting us know and we’ll add you to the pack!

Adopt evidence-based practice with our dedicated library team! We’ve got you covered with access to research and resources to enhance patient outcomes and elevate care quality across BCHC services.

Get in touch to participate in our #BCHCReads session at 12:00 noon today. We're reading "The Phoenix Ballroom" by Ruth Hogan. Email [email protected] to request the meeting link.

Secure your place on our Reflective Writing session on 18/07/25 at 10:30am for tips on how to document your learning from events and experiences. We're here to support you with your revalidation or practice.

Join us for a lively discussion about Ruth Hogan's uplifting novel, "The Phoenix Ballroom", on June 11th at 12:00 noon via MS Teams. No need to book—just come along and be part of the conversation. Access the audiobook with your NHS OpenAthens account as your “library card” at buff.ly/06ATZDm

For audiobooks and e-books on the go, try our new resource Libby at libbyapp.com/library/bchnhs. This collection of fiction and self-help titles is also available as an app. Search for BCHC as your library if prompted, then log in using your NHS OpenAthens account as your “library card”.

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Book your place on our Writing for Publication session on 17/06/25 at 10:30am. Packed with writing & submission tools for success. It includes tips for journal selection, writing planning, and more.

Enhance your clinical expertise with UpToDate via OpenAthens! Access the latest evidence-based insights and make informed decisions at the point of care with confidence.

We’re thrilled to connect with friends and followers—old and new! Let’s keep the conversation going around knowledge and evidence, and stay up to date with the latest news and insights from your trusted library colleagues. Join us as we explore, learn, and share together!