Jump to full article: AP, 2009-10-17
Intro: The state Department of Health says fewer New Mexican adults are smokers.
A recent Department of Health survey shows New Mexico's adult smoking rate has dropped to 19% for 2008 from 24% in 2001.
It's the lowest rate since 2001 and represents 66,600 fewer smokers.
Health Secretary Alfredo Vigil calls the decrease a tremendous accomplishment for those who quit smoking.
The department estimates the reduction in smokers means New Mexicans will save about $160 million in health care costs.
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