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What the Patients Say;

Karen Beverley here. Sharon Hetherington came to visit me on ward 726 in room 7 Sunday 9^th November. Duncan and I chatted to you about our musical family and you showed me your fantastic video of your relative singing at the wedding.
We want to thank you so very much for that time you spent with us and the Monday night programme was brilliant.

We and our daughter were particularly thrilled that you had taken the time to research her and played one of her songs.
She is on YouTube and Spotify. New up beat number entitled Do Nothing is worth a listen.

I'm doing well and taking my time and on course to eventually have a kidney from Duncan.

You do an excellent job there and we hope to see you next time in the Harborne Hospital next door? Kidney up will be in there in a few months.

Sending you love and best wishes

The Beverley familyXx

Well done Sharon !!

BHBN attend Hospitals Christmas Events

The Winter Garden at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital has been lit up for the festive season, after the hospital’s Christmas lights were officially switched on. BHBN Radio were pleased to be invited to attend the event to countdown the Christmas Tree light switch on and provide season music for the event.

The lights of two beautiful 20-foot-tall Christmas trees were officially switched-on by Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust’s Chief Executive Diane Wake, who was accompanied by a mascot dressed up as Rumi, a character from Netflix’s hit film KPop Demon Hunters.

It was the highlight of a day packed with festivities, which included performances from a variety choirs.

BHBN also attended the Christmas Market at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital

We were also proud to be allowed to attend and record the German Market Carol Service at Birmingham Cathedral (St Philips) on the 21st December 2025

Can you be a friend of BHBN Radio ?

BHBN Radio has operated since 1952 and is managed entirely by volunteers around the clock throughout the year.
Currently, BHBN seeks your support to continue broadcasting to hospitals, care homes, and the wider community.
Individuals can contribute donations via the organization's Go Fund Me account. accessible by clicking on this link https://gofund.me/a25bbf0b or by scanning the Go Fund Me QR code below.

For reference, a donation of £10 supports six hours of broadcasting, £20 covers half a day, and £40 provides for a full day. Taxpayers may add 25% to their donation at no additional cost through Go Fund Me.

Couch to 5k

Find Your Stride - Anytime, Anywhere

By Joy Bourne

Let’s face it—getting fit can feel overwhelming. We’ve all had those bursts of motivation: a new season, a fresh start, maybe even a new pair of trainers. But life has a funny way of getting in the way. Work gets busy. The weather turns. That expensive gym membership? It gathers dust faster than your running shoes.

So what if there was a way to move more, feel better, and boost your wellbeing—all without spending a penny?

Enter Couch to 5K. Yes, running! Or, let’s be honest, jogging (or even power walking) for most of us. The beauty of Couch to 5K is that it meets you where you are—literally. You don’t need a gym, a personal trainer, or any fancy equipment. Just a pair of comfortable shoes and a bit of time.

Created by the NHS, this free app is designed for beginners and gently builds you up to run for 30 minutes non-stop in just nine weeks. And it really works—I should know, I road-tested it myself.

What I love about Couch to 5K is that it’s achievable. You start with short bursts of running interspersed with walking, and before you know it, you’re going further, feeling stronger, and actually looking forward to your next session. Plus, the app lets you choose from a range of friendly voices to coach and encourage you—some familiar, some funny, all motivating.

And if you're not quite ready to commit to running just yet, you can even listen to my personal journey through the programme. I recorded three instalments for hospital radio as I went from complete beginner to someone who could run for a full half hour without stopping. It’s not just about fitness—it’s about confidence, headspace, and reclaiming a little bit of time for you.

Before applying please read through the Recruitment Page on our website www.bhbn.net For further information please email recruitment@bhbn.net.

So whether you’re walking around your local park, jogging through the streets of your neighbourhood, or pacing yourself along hospital corridors on your break—Couch to 5K could be your first step to feeling better in both body and mind.

Because sometimes, the smallest steps lead to the biggest changes

Goodbye to a true friend of BHBN

BHBN Radio are sorry to announce some sad news, Friend & Contributor of BHBN Mary Sandall. died peacefully on Wednesday 12th February at the grand age of 97. Mary had her own hour Bank Holiday shows and she regularly contributed to Donna Joseph's weekly Good Vibrations show with a chat and play a few of Mary's Favourites. Mary was dubbed England's oldest DJ by the local press some years ago, which lead to a cameo on the Jonathon Ross's Saturday Evening TV Show. RIP Mary

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