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04/30/2026

We are seeking hole sponsors for the 19th Annual Tee It Up For The Task Force Tournament!

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04/10/2026

Is cannabis really safer than alcohol? 🤔

It’s a question we hear everywhere—and the answer isn’t as simple as many headlines suggest.

In this new article, Every Brain Matters challenges the common belief that cannabis is the “safer” choice. While alcohol is linked to well-known harms like disease, addiction, and thousands of deaths each year, cannabis carries its own serious risks—many of which are often overlooked or misunderstood.

From mental health impacts like psychosis to increased risks of heart attack and stroke, the article highlights how today’s high-potency THC products can affect the brain and body in ways that differ—but are not necessarily safer—than alcohol.

Perhaps most importantly, it challenges the comparison itself. These are two very different substances with different risks, and framing one as “safe” can create a false sense of security—especially for young people and developing brains.

💡 The takeaway? This isn’t about choosing sides—it’s about understanding the full picture.

👉 Read the full article to explore the science, myths, and what families need to know:
https://everybrainmatters.org/2026/04/01/is-cannabis-really-safer-than-alcohol/

04/07/2026

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