Medical Cannabis in Poland: Record Data from the Ministry of Health

In 2023, Poles demonstrated a clear increase in their interest in medical cannabis, reaching new records. Rafał Mundry, using data from the Ministry of Health, revealed that last year in Poland, an impressive 4,658 kilograms of this pharmaceutical raw material were purchased. This figure not only draws attention but also prompts reflection on the changing societal attitude towards medical cannabis.

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Historical Medical Cannabis Trends

Let’s analyze historical medical cannabis data to better understand this trend. Since 2019, we’ve observed a dynamic increase—from 33 kilograms in the first year, through 94 kilograms in 2020, to over 4,600 kilograms in 2023. The number of fulfilled prescriptions also significantly grew, reaching nearly 277,000 last year. This indicates growing trust in the medical applications of cannabis and easier access for patients.

How Is Such Data Collected?

Year of Realization	Number of Fulfilled Prescriptions	Value	Unit
2019	2,909	33,219	g
2020	7,137	94,038	g
2021	33,147	427,017	g
2022	108,847	1,167,752	g
2023	276,807	4,658,759	g

The Ministry of Health, together with the e-Health Center, introduced a new analytical model that allows for more precise calculations. This is important because the quality and accuracy of data are crucial for understanding medical cannabis trends and societal needs. However, it’s worth remembering the challenges, such as the variance in data quality provided by pharmacies, which can affect the overall interpretation of results.

Collecting data on medical cannabis comes with certain challenges, including differences in the quality of data provided by individual pharmacies. Not all information is verified by the National Health Fund, which can affect the overall analysis and interpretation of available data.

Conclusions and Perspectives for the Future of Medical Cannabis

The increased interest in medical cannabis in Poland in 2023 is not only a symptom of a changing societal attitude but also a signal for future research and market development. With the growing popularity of this raw material, it becomes important to conduct further studies that can contribute to a better understanding of its properties and potential applications.

The record purchases of medical cannabis in Poland in 2023 are an important signal for patients, doctors, and policymakers. The market development and increased interest in this pharmaceutical raw material open up new therapeutic possibilities, prompting reflection on the future of medicine and its development directions. As society becomes more open to alternative forms of treatment, medical cannabis can play a key role in improving the quality of life for many patients.

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