This study aimed to evaluate Polish university students’ health literacy (HL)
in the context of school and out-of-school health education and socialisation.
The survey was conducted in two Polish universities between March
2023 and April 2024 using an online questionnaire. The research revealed
the correlation between the HL of Polish university students and both
school and non-school health education and socialisation, with a higher
positive association with non-school health socialisation. Furthermore, the
study revealed statistically significant differences between the general HL of
Polish university students and the sources of health education. The lack of
health education at school seemed to be the most significant differentiating
factor. Health-literate students mean health-literate citizens. Achieving this
goal should be at the forefront of future policy decisions. Therefore, implementing
health education and health promotion throughout the school
system (including higher education) should be a priority today.
