Inflation in Georgia continues to rise, reaching 4.6% in August, the highest level recorded in the past two years.
According to Geostat, the main drivers of price increases were food (up 10%) and healthcare (up 9.3%).
Within the healthcare sector, the sharpest increase was observed in hospital services, where prices surged by 26% year-on-year. Prices for medicines, doctor consultations, and dental services also climbed notably.
Key changes in healthcare (annual):
- Hospital services – +26%
- Painkillers – +22%
- Therapist consultation – +15%
- Vasodilator medicines – +12%
- Vitamins – +11%
- Blood tests – +8%
- Ultrasound – +6%
- Dental services (filling, extraction) – +4%
- Anti-inflammatory medicines – +3%
- Digestive system medicines – +3%
- Eyeglass lenses – +2%
- Syringe, cotton – +1%
- Surgical services – +1%
Experts warn that rising healthcare costs, combined with higher food prices, are putting increasing pressure on household budgets and living standards in Georgia.
