Health inflation 2026
Ireland
Average health inflation
1.7%
-0.9 lower than 2025
vs overall inflation: 3.4%
What's included in health?
Healthcare including medical products, therapeutic equipment, hospital services, and physician fees.
Monthly progress
Monthly health inflation during 2026.
Month overview
| Month | Health |
|---|---|
| January | 1.6% |
| February | 1.7% |
| March | 1.7% |
| April | 1.6% |
| May | 1.7% |
| June | 1.7% |
| July | 1.8% |
| August | 1.8% |
| September | 1.8% |
| Average | 1.7% |