Baltimore health department, community groups fear sequester's impact

Baltimore City health officials are warning about immediate cuts to vital health programs as a result of the sequester, with additional spending reductions possible in the future.

Health officials expect at least $3.3 million to be cut immediately from programs for AIDS drug assistance, substance abuse and mental health. Meanwhile, community health organizations that also rely on contracts with local health departments, partnerships with other health groups and federal grants say the sequester’s…