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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service

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Delivering knowledge and library services to staff and students at Royal Preston & Chorley Hospitals - supporting patient care, education, research and well-being.

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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · Mar 25

Hello BlueSky! 👋

We deliver library and knowledge services to staff and students at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals. We provide access to computers, study spaces, books, online resources, training, literature searching services and more! 🖥️✏️📚🌐📄

Follow us for the latest news and updates!

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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 4d

This week's #FeedbackFriday is about our literature searching service. If you need the latest evidence on medical, nursing, allied health or management topics we can save time by locating the best quality information for you 👉 bit.ly/48GEHxu #LTHTrLibraryFeedback #LTHTrFeedbackFriday

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 5d

📕 Book of The Week 📕

"Based on a true story, Charles' story begins on a slave ship in the Atlantic & ends at the centre of London life. A story of adventure, artistry, romance, & freedom set in 18th century England." #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM

Reserve👉https://tinyurl.com/yxhs5f2a

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 6d

We have 2 study rooms available for you to use at Chorley Library. No need to book, available 24/7. Perfect if you need a quieter space with two screens.🖥️🖥️
#LTHTrNewStarters

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 7d

It's #ADHDAwarenessMonth Did you know the Library has books to support staff & students with this condition 👇So if you need some extra support in managing ADHD or want to learn more about it to help someone else, pop to the Library or browse online: bit.ly/3L654mB 📚

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 11d

It's #FeedbackFriday time! 🎉
Here's what a Clinical Educator had to say about the Library 👇 It's amazing to hear such lovely words about the importance of the Library in healthcare education & CPD 😍☺️📚 #LTHTrFeedbackFriday #LTHTrLibraryFeedback

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 11d

18th October is #WorldMenopauseDay

This years theme focuses on lifestyle medicine for non-pharmacologic interventions.

Read the International Menopause Society's paper to learn more 👉 tinyurl.com/5322c6js

View the Library's menopause reading list 👉 tinyurl.com/29e63ph6

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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 12d

📕 Book of The Week 📕

"When Eleanor's estranged children Benny and Byron reunite for her funeral, they receive an unexpected inheritance. First, a traditional Caribbean black cake, to remind them of their roots. Second, the story of a decades-old murder"

Reserve 👉 tinyurl.com/28w2rtf9

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 13d

Need a bit quiet? The Library has noise cancelling headphones available to loan between the hours of 9am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.

#LTHTrNewStarters

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 14d

Today is #AHPsDay, a time to celebrate the important role of AHPs in healthcare 🎉🏥

Find out about the Library's resources & services that support AHP staff working at LTHTR, including books, journals, literature searching, training and much more! 👉 bit.ly/3JbM0CS

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 17d

Spending too much time on your phone is not good for your mental health. Escape from the doom scrolling by choosing a book instead! Reading can reduce screen time, help replace the habit of mindless scrolling and increase focus & productivity #WorldMentalHealthDay 📚📚📚

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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 17d

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay

Did you know the Library has a well-being collection to help support your mental health?

Visit the Library to peruse our collection 📚

View our mindfulness reading list online 👉 tinyurl.com/m52kd42s

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 18d

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 19d

📕 Book of The Week 📕

"Dr Shola digs down into the deep roots of racism & anti-blackness in the UK & the US. Using real life examples from the modern day to show the different forms racism takes in our day-to-day lives." #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM

Reserve 👉 tinyurl.com/2npnfakd

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 20d

Need a quiet place to work or study? We have 4 pods you can use at Chorley Library. They are perfect for studying or Teams meetings. There is no need to book and are available 24/7 with your trust ID.

#LTHTrNewStarters

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 20d

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth

Health literacy is the ability of individuals to obtain, process, understand and use health information and make appropriate health decisions.

Visit the Library to view our display & learn more!

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 21d

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth

Health literacy is the ability of individuals to obtain, process, understand and use health information and make appropriate health decisions. Take this 30 min eLearning course to find out more about the importance of Health Literacy 👉 bit.ly/4q4jNPe

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 25d

We've received some lovely feedback about our Health and Well-being room at Chorley Library - available 24/7 with your Trust ID Badge. So if you need a break from a busy day on the wards, pop over to the Library! #LTHTrFeedbackFriday

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 25d

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth so this week's #LTHTrEJournalOfTheWeek is Breast Cancer Research and Treatment - a reliable resource for a wide audience of researchers and professionals. Access online with an OpenAthens account 👉 bit.ly/42TkP6u

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 25d

For #GreenLibrariesWeek we will be sharing different resources in the library and online to support sustainability 🌳

To start we have put together a bingo card for you to tick off this month. Find ways to complete the middle section in the library by borrowing not buying! 📗🪴🍃🌱💚

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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 26d

📕 Book of The Week 📕

"When Emira is apprehended at a supermarket for 'kidnapping' the white child she's actually babysitting, it sets off an explosive chain of events."

Reserve 👉 tinyurl.com/mpehtftt

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 27d

Pop into the Library to view our #blackhistorymonth display throughout October!

This years theme, “Standing Firm in Power and Pride", highlights the contributions made by Black people, be they leaders, activists, or pioneers, who have shaped history.

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 28d

Need to print? The Library has a printer accessible 24/7 with your Trust ID badge.

Print in colour or black & white, A3 or A4.

#LTHTrNewStarters

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · 28d

#TopTipTuesday New medical student? The Library is here to support you during your placement with 24/7 access to computers, printers, textbooks, online resources, fiction, places to relax, and so much more! Visit our website to find out more 👉 bit.ly/42Aqz4T 🏥📚🖥️☺️

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · Sep 25

📕 Book of The Week 📕

"When Jeanie’s aunt gifts her the beloved Pumpkin Spice Café in the small town of Dream Harbor, Jeanie jumps at the chance for a fresh start away from her very dull desk job."

Reserve 👉 tinyurl.com/ywcjt8fx

#LTHtrLeisureReading

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Knowledge and Library Service @lancshosplib.bsky.social · Sep 24

De-stress in the Library by taking some time to do some colouring or a jigsaw 🧩🧩
Don't have time to do a jigsaw in the library? Take one home! No need to issue like a book, just take and return when complete
#LTHTrNewStarters