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flag Irish insurers raise health premiums by up to 11% in April 2026 due to rising medical costs and a government levy.

flag Irish Life Health and Level Health are raising health insurance premiums in Ireland, with Irish Life Health increasing prices by an average of 5.9% starting April 1, 2026, and Level Health raising advanced plan costs by €48 from April 3. flag The hikes, driven by rising medical inflation, higher treatment costs—such as cancer therapies now costing up to €9,000 per session—and a government-mandated risk equalisation levy, are expected to add €180 to €330 annually for families. flag Some plans may see increases up to 11%. flag The Health Insurance Authority urged consumers to review renewal documents and consider switching plans, as premiums remain the same under Lifetime Community Rating regardless of age or health. flag Experts warn the repeated increases, following a 5% rise in January 2026, add financial strain on households already facing high living costs.

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