February 2017  
At Tang, We Welcome All
Staff Highlight: Manny Stephney, Medical Assistant

Manuella "Manny" Stephney is a Medical Assistant in the Specialty Clinic; she has worked at Tang for over 11 years. Watch Manny's  #TangTip video to learn more about the services offered through the Specialty Clinic and what she hopes for all students. C heck out her full Staff Highlight feature here . 
National Condom Week: February 13-17

From "No Glove No Love Monday" to "Funk Me (Safely) Friday" there are events all week long on Sproul and at Tang in celebration of National Condom Week. See the flier or the Facebook event for details. 
Related events: Friday, February 17 is the debut of the  Sexpert Education Clinic: Birth Control Options, 12-3pm at Tang. Walk through how to order and refill birth control, and learn more about the process of getting an implant or IUD.
National Eating Disorders Awareness and the Truth About Fat Talk
Q: I ate so much junk food this week, I feel like I gained ten pounds! How can I get more willpower?
A: Hold it right there. That's FAT TALK.
Q: Everyone says stuff like this. What's the big deal?
A: True, this kind of language is pervasive. But it's toxic. And you can do something to stop it.
Continue reading Toby's tip to learn why fat talk is damaging and how you can fight it.
Black Health Matters 
In honor of Black History Month, University Health Services, Tang Center is proud to announce our new Black Health Matters resource in support of the Black community at Berkeley.
  • Healing message from BFSO
  • Health resources for Black students 
  • Tang Center Black-identified staff listing
  • Campus resources 
  • Coping with trauma support  
Counseling Groups for Grad Students
Counseling & Psychological Services (CPS) holds a number of weekly skills, support and interpersonal groups specifically for graduate students. Topics include Managing Stress, Anxiety & Depression, Graduate Men's/Women's Support, Understanding Self and Others and Dissertation Support. Find details and the schedule on the flier, and learn more about group counseling on the web.
SHIP Bonus: Vision & Dental Benefits 
Unlike most health insurance plans, Berkeley SHIP offers vision and dental benefits! 

Dental - access a nationwide network of MetLife dentists, with two free cleanings annually and great coverage for other dental needs. 

Vision - conveniently accessed through two campus clinics or the national VSP network. 
LoveCafe@Cal: Bi-Partisan Love
Q: "I started dating this girl last semester and I really like her...The thing is we have different political views on some issues happening in the world right now and can get into heated debates...Are political views worth ending things over or are there better ways that we can work things out?"

Health Worker Tip: When it Comes to Sex, Do You!
Did you know that over 35% of UC Berkeley students reported not having any sexual partners in the last year? And that nationally about 50% of college students in the US are not in a relationship? Generally, we tend to overestimate how much sex other folks are having, especially in college. Turn off that mental score board and take it slow. You do you! Continue reading tips for if you are (or aren't) going to have sex. 
Upcoming Events
Feb. 13-17: National Condom Week
Feb. 15, 16 & 17:  LGBTQ-Talk Drop-in Counseling (various times/locations - repeats weekly)
Feb 17 & 24: Two-part Workshop for Better Body Image (advanced sign-up required)
Feb. 22: QPR Training for Students (advanced sign-up required)
Pet Hugs Returns 3/7
This month the Pet Hugs pack will be out on Sproul March 7, 12-1pm. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for a list of which dogs will be attending next month.

Can't wait? Check out the therapy dogs in our album from the RRR events in December.
What You Missed
on the blog: Find the nearest REST Zone
on the facebook: Resources for handling the executive orders~
on the twitter: Back to school motivation!
on the instagram: Honoring MLK Day~
in the buzz: Staying happy, healthy & well in 2017!
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