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Alcohol consumption trends and health in Poland

Overview

Recent data regarding alcohol use in Poland highlights a tension between rising abstinence rates and significant public health concerns.

A CBOS poll conducted in April 2026 revealed that 23% of adult Poles report total abstinence from alcohol, a record high for the research centre and a seven-point increase since 2019. The study noted that health concerns and a lack of desire were the primary drivers for this trend, with 79% of 18-24-year-olds stating they do not need alcohol.

In contrast, medical experts have raised alarms regarding the health risks associated with consumption. During a conference for World FASD Awareness Day, reports indicated that 80% of Polish women consume alcohol, with 15% drinking during pregnancy. Specialists warned that 90% of women do not admit to drinking while pregnant and emphasized that there is “no safe dose” for a fetus. Furthermore, medical professionals cautioned that regular intake, such as daily beer consumption, can lead to liver cirrhosis, pancreatitis, and increased risks of type 2 diabetes.

Entities

Izabela Kuna · Andrzej Konieczny · Institute of Mother and Child · Poland · Robert Śmigiel

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[○ 1 SOURCE] Toxic effects on a fetus typically occur when a woman consumes 8 or more servings of alcohol per week for at least two weeks of pregnancy. www.dzienmezczyzny.pl
[○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 80 percent of Polish women consume alcohol, and 15 percent consume it during pregnancy. www.dzienmezczyzny.pl
[○ 1 SOURCE] 90 percent of surveyed women do not admit to consuming alcohol during pregnancy. www.dzienmezczyzny.pl
[○ 1 SOURCE] Alcohol is harmful regardless of its concentration or strength. tech.wp.pl
[○ 1 SOURCE] Daily beer consumption is linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes due to its high glycemic index. tech.wp.pl

Timeline

16 days ago

[HEALTH] 3 sources
Poland alcohol consumption: Experts warn of pregnancy risks and chronic health issues
Medical experts report that 15% of Polish women consume alcohol during pregnancy, increasing FASD risks, while warning that daily beer consumption can lead to diabetes and liver damage.
about 1 month ago

[HEALTH] 4 sources
Poland records highest adult alcohol abstinence rate at 23%
CBOS poll shows 23 % of adult Poles now abstain from alcohol, the highest ever, with health and lack of need as main reasons; wine leads as preferred drink.

Sources

dzienmezczyzny.pl · miastokobiet.pl · tech.wp.pl