In a recent survey conducted for the Polish magazine 'Wprost' by SW Research, respondents were asked whether health education should become a compulsory subject. The results showed that a significant majority, 58% of those surveyed, favor the introduction of mandatory health education, while another 13.6% believe it should occur only if the curriculum excludes sexual health topics. On the other hand, 20.1% of participants opposed making health education compulsory, and 8.3% were undecided on the issue.

The Ministry of National Education (MEN) responded to the survey's findings by highlighting the growing awareness of the need for health education in schools. Ewelina Gorczyca, a spokesperson for MEN, emphasized that the results indicate a strong recognition of the importance of providing scientifically-based knowledge and fostering responsible health attitudes among students. This response reflects an acknowledgment of evolving perspectives on health education within Polish society.

As discussions continue regarding the integration of health education into the Polish curriculum, this survey sheds light on public opinion, signaling a potential shift in educational policies. The substantial support for mandatory health education suggests that there may be a readiness to embrace more comprehensive health education initiatives, which could ultimately influence the approach to health literacy and wellbeing among younger generations in Poland.