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N.M. Health Dept.: State Sees Rise in Alcohol-related Deaths
October 21, 2026
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Oct. 21 -- The New Mexico Department of Health issued the following news:

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New Mexico sees rise in alcohol-related deaths

October 20, 2026

SANTA FE - Despite a 21% drop in alcohol-related deaths from 2021 to 2024, new data shows a 2.6% rise in alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico between 2024 and 2025.

The news comes as the New Mexico Department of Health supports residents committing to Sober October, t . . .

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