The Malaysia Healthcare Wellness Fair returned in mid-July with an engaging campus event at Taylor’s University, combining health screenings, expert talks, wellness activities, and Malaysian culture while reinforcing the country’s growing reputation as a leading healthcare travel destination.
This post contributed by Sharmila Nair
Healthcare is about much more than hospitals and treatment alone. That was the central message behind the recent Malaysia Healthcare Wellness Fair at Taylor’s University, where students, staff, and visitors were invited to explore preventive healthcare, wellness, and the broader experience that has made Malaysia an increasingly popular destination for medical travellers.
THE FIRST OF FOUR
The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) organized Campus Health Revolution at Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus in Subang Jaya as the first of four wellness fairs planned for the year. The series supports Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026 (MYMT2026), which runs in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.
“We are pleased to bring this campaign back for another year and look forward to reaching more communities and making a positive difference in people’s lives,” said Suryani Mustapa, Marketing & Communications, Project Management & Expat Market, MHTC.
She said the programme aims to connect healthcare travel with the wider experience of visiting Malaysia, particularly for the relatives and companions who often accompany medical travellers.
Also paying a quick visit to the fair was Former Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Sri Dr. Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who took the opportunity to learn more about the initiative and shared his views on Malaysia’s growing potential as a healthcare and wellness destination.
HEALTH EXPERTS ON CAMPUS
Damansara Specialist Hospital, IMU Oral Health Centre, KL Fertility Centre and Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur took part in the fair, showcasing various exclusive health screening offers. Their teams spoke directly with students, staff and other visitors about their services and areas of care.
Each hospital hosted a short health talk, giving participants the opportunity to hear directly from medical professionals and ask questions in an open, approachable setting. The sessions encouraged visitors to think more proactively about their health, from preventive care to long-term wellbeing.
A PASSPORT THROUGH THE FAIR
The event passport turned visitors into active participants rather than spectators. As they made their way around the fair, they collected stamps from each hospital booth and activity station, with a completed passport earning them a special prize.
The format kept visitors moving through the fair while creating more opportunities for conversations with healthcare professionals, rather than simply picking up brochures. Along the way, they also stopped for activities such as blood glucose testing, bone density checks and product sampling.
MOVE, PLAY, AND DISCOVER
The fair balanced healthcare information with light activities such as padel, mini golf, cornhole toss and a speed relay. These friendly challenges encouraged visitors to stay active during breaks between the health talks and visits to hospital booths.
Sponsors Anlene, Quaker, and Riinse supported the event through product sampling and wellness-related activities. Tourism Malaysia mascots Wira and Manja also made appearances throughout the day, drawing visitors for photographs and adding to the lively atmosphere.
A LOCAL FLAVOUR
A Kampung Play Corner introduced visitors to teng-teng, batik congkak and nasi lemak-themed batu seremban. These nostalgic yet familiar games brought a distinctly Malaysian touch to the programme and offered a quieter alternative to the activity stations.
The lucky draw continued the local theme with prizes including batik congkak, a batik tiffin carrier, hibiscus soap, stainless-steel tumblers and scented candles. Three lucky winners also took home limited-edition Dr Wira and Sister Manja plushies. Together, the prizes reflected the event’s effort to connect healthcare with Malaysian culture and hospitality.
CARE THAT GOES BEYOND THE HOSPITAL
“Beyond receiving excellent medical care, we want patients as well as their accompanying families and companions to create memorable experiences together while they are here,” Suryani added.
The fair provided MHTC with a practical platform to demonstrate that healthcare travel extends beyond treatment alone. For patients and their companions, the quality of care matters, but so does the experience around it – the places they visit, the time they spend together and the memories they make in Malaysia.
The next Malaysia Healthcare Wellness Fair is scheduled for September, with further details to be announced. Find out more about the campaign and upcoming events at malaysiahealthcare.org.
