Understanding contemporary health and welfare services: The Social Security Act of 1935 and the Public Health Service Act of 1944

The Social Security Act of 1935 and the Public Health Service Act of 1944, along with their amendments, have played a major role in the provision of health and welfare services that nurses are able to provide for clients. Understanding these two legislative acts assists nurses to assess current health care reform debate and the services that they are able to offer to their clients.